Manufacturing Engineer II

PURPOSE AND PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITES At Hartwell Corporation as a Manufacturing Engineer, where you'll spearhead initiatives aimed at maximizing cost savings while enhancing efficiency and productivity across manufacturing processes. As a pivotal member of our team, you'll take ownership of designing and optimizing manufacturing processes to minimize expenses and maximize output. Your primary focus will be on driving cost-effective solutions through meticulous analysis and innovative problem-solving. ESSENTIAL DUTIES - other duties may be assigned

• Leads initiatives to enhance productivity across the facility, focusing on streamlining manufacturing processes for greater efficiency.

• Designs and optimizes the layout for various manufacturing stages, including machining, processing, assembly, and material handling, to maximize productivity and efficiency in the production of company products.

• Continuously identify areas for improvement and implement innovative solutions to drive cost savings throughout the manufacturing process.

• Actively participate in budgeting and forecasting activities, providing insights and recommendations to support cost-saving initiatives.

• Participates in the review of engineering designs and drawings, suggesting modifications to enhance manufacturability as part of the concurrent engineering process.

• Creates visual work instructions, detailed production drawings, and planning documents, outlining the sequence of operations required for efficient production of company products.

• Investigates production issues, collaborates with operations teams to implement solutions, and drives continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

• Develops and implements modifications to machine tools and existing manufacturing processes to accommodate new production requirements and enhance overall process efficiency.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

• Proficient in spoken and written English

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial or manufacturing technology.

• Preferred 3-5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or a related field.

• Experience in prototype manufacturing and operation of CNC machining centers, with a preference for experience in milling (Horizontal Mills preferred) and lathe machines.

• Demonstrated capability in implementing manufacturing methods and tools.

• Familiarity with ISO 9000 quality standards, lean manufacturing techniques, and computer-aided design; proficiency in SolidWorks is advantageous.

• Experience in a high mix/low volume aerospace environment is preferred.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated capability to collaborate effectively across different organizational functions, achieving results independently of direct reporting structures.

• Highly motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork.

• Excellent communication skills, both in writing and verbal expression.

Hartwell Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.