Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description Job Description Manufacturing Engineer Job Purpose To provide Engineering support to the Electronics Manufacturing Division. Key Duties & Responsibilities Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing processes to promote product quality, on time delivery and profitability.

Performs experimentation to design and document new methods and processes Communicates and suggests direction for process and methods improvements to internal customers Supports new process development. This includes, but is not limited to: New equipment installation and qualifications.

Materials evaluations/qualifications (solder pastes, epoxies, flux, solvents, etc.). Tooling/fixture development; this could entail procuring manufacturer’s tooling or designing custom tooling for products or equipment. I/E Stencils, PCB carriers, press fit fixtures, etc. based upon customer specifications. Training other Engineers and/or production employees on equipment or processes.

Supports New Product Introduction (NPI). This includes, but is not limited to: Review customer documentation package for all necessary information Attend NPI meetings to assist in defining requirements for processes Machine programs and maintenance, such as Cad Files, paste files, assembly drawings or aids, and assembly instructions. Create routers defining manufacturing process flow Oven profile development.

Provide customer Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reports to document suggested product improvements when identified. Prepares charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization. Plans strategies for prioritizing individual workload to meet defined goals, whether working independently, or with others.

Works with other personnel to determine root cause, develop and implement corrective action. Assist Manufacturing personnel in reconfiguring and optimizing workstations. Responsible for identifying personnel protective equipment when developing assembly processes.

Confers with planning and sales staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods. Reviews Customer Drawings, assembly notes and specifications to provide concise feedback for assembly and/or design for manufacturing improvement. Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.

Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions. Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes. Applies statistical methods to monitor manufacturing processes Mentor Associate Manufacturing Engineers and Manufacturing Engineering Techs.

Works with Management and other staff to ensure their understanding of all applicable processes affecting product assembly and completion. Other duties may be assigned at the manager’s discretion Required Skills/Experience Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year College or university and a minimum of one years related experience or training. Associates or Technical degree and 3 years of experience directly related to Manufacturing Engineering. Five years’ experience as Manufacturing Engineer Three years’ experience in Manufacturing or 3 years as Associate Manufacturing Engineer or Manufacturing Engineering Technician