Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a process-focused manufacturing engineer with a strong interest in continuous improvement and a passion for manufacturing to support our cooling equipment manufacturing team and support new product introductions. The role requires a highly motivated self-starter with exceptional communication skills and a strong mechanical aptitude. This position is based at our Billerica, MA facility and reports to the Systems Manufacturing Engineering Manager as part of the Operations team.

• Serve as first point of contact for technical issues at the shop floor level. Drive resolution of issues quickly and effectively to prevent reoccurrence. Promote a ‘Stop and Fix’ work environment to prevent quality escapes and improve work practices.
• Participate in new product development as a key member of cross‑functional product development teams providing Design for Manufacturing and Assembly input to the design team, as well as planning and coordinating prototype product builds.
• Design and implement process plan for electro‑mechanical assembly and testing operations including recirculating chillers, ambient cooling systems, and liquid‑to‑liquid pump stands.
• Lead compliance agency file updates for component changes and obsolescence.
• Lead facility and capital projects from planning, supplier engagement, approval and implementation.
• Support regular factory maintenance audits on agency listed products.
• Develop, specify, and improve process and product specific tooling.
• Research, design, and develop more efficient workflows, methods and equipment including automation and electronic data capture.
• Create and revise process and product specific work instructions and routings.
• Define training requirements and develop training aids and competency tests for key processes.
• Work with shop floor personnel to identify areas for improvement and implement their ideas.
• Ensure process compliance with customer requirements and industry standards and lead efforts to address evolving requirements.
• Participate in problem solving teams and lead 8D corrective actions as required.
• Control manufacturing costs by employing effective manufacturing methods and fixtures.
• Review drawing packages and conduct tolerance analyses versus customer requirements.
• Initiate and execute ECN for process changes using PLM and ERP tools.
• Conduct process failure analyses to determine root cause and corrective/preventive actions.

• BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering required.
• 7+ years working as a manufacturing engineer preferred.
• Advanced degree or certifications in management, project management, Six Sigma or technical discipline a plus.

• Refrigeration systems experience
• New product introductions
• Manufacturing transfers (domestic and international)
• PPAP process
• Plant layout and workflow analysis
• Lean manufacturing
• Solid Works, Draft Sight, MS Excel, MS Project

• Refrigeration systems
• Industrial process plumbing
• Assembly process and work instruction development
• Electrical wiring and mechanical assemblies
• Torque tools and applications
• Assembly line / work cell design and implementation
• Implementation of facility upgrades and capital projects

Willing to travel up to 15% of time domestically and internationally when required in support of manufacturing transfers and NPI at other Boyd sites.

Competitive base salary $90,000-$100,000, performance‑based bonus, comprehensive benefits package.

Billerica, MA (On‑Site)

Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.