Advanced Manufacturing Engineer II

Overview

Reporting to the AME Manager, this position will be responsible for managing cross-functional projects delivering a continuous improvement of our safety, quality, delivery, and cost through the elimination of waste from our production processes, launching new products/processes into operations, and by educating and empowering our production staff.

• Manage Manufacturing Engineering projects. Prepare detailed project plans with estimated task hours and timelines for development, production, validation, and launch. Responsible for on-time, on-budget delivery of projects.
• Oversee research and development of new manufacturing equipment, processes, standard operating procedures, and work instructions.
• Improve manufacturing processes through review of all engineering deliverables for technical accuracy and adherence to engineering standards and project schedules.
• Interact with Design Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure design for manufacturability of new products. Participate in the design review process, and act as a liaison for products from inception through shipment to the customer.
• Involves in New product launches. Review new product design and work with design engineering to identify areas for improved manufacturability, reduced manufacturing cost, and improved process reliability. Provide manufacturing feasibility during various phases of new products and new technologies.
• Identify new opportunities for process improvement. Analyze capital equipment needs for new technologies and business needs. Investigate, plan, and implement such capital projects.
• Lead projects through detailed plans and execution on innovative change across assigned assets, including equipment upgrades and optimizations.
• Design and implement tooling and fixtures focused on error-proofing to eliminate waste in the manufacturing process and improve safety.
• Conduct and/or participate in Process Mapping, FMEA, RIEs and 8 Step Problem Solving, Quality Control Plan development, DFM, and initiatives to promote continuous improvement of processes.
• Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring of manufacturing engineers and support staff to reach their full potential.
• Support G&W manufacturing transformation to Industry 4.0 and Advanced Automation solutions.
• Create and improve G&W project delivery processes and standard tools used in delivering Advanced Automation solutions.
• Review and write reports, approve expenditures, enforce rules. Recommend, plan and direct installation of new equipment. Communicate and collaborate with other managers and departments. Prepare and deliver engineering-related presentations as required.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related Engineering field
• Has 5+ years total experience
• Is computer proficient; confident with data analysis programs
• Possesses problem-solving skills with experience using root cause analysis techniques
• Can provide examples of new product production integration or significant operational improvement projects

• Project Management and Leadership
• Six Sigma, Red X, or other problem-solving certification
• CAD/CAM experience
• Experience working cross-functionally with all levels of the organization

Typical pay is $80,000 – 94,915 annually. This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tution Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

G&W Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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