Manufacturing Engineer in Goleta

Job Description

The following outlines the role of a Manufacturing Engineer at our company.

Under the general guidance of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommend and lead improvements to production processes, methods, tooling and equipment. Identify and recommend cost‑saving changes to existing products. Lead manufacturing launches for new or revised products. Manage various engineering projects such as ECO, continuous improvement and corrective actions.

Priorities include process development and improvement, problem resolution, project management and operator training.

• Participate in New Product Development teams with DFM input, while leading process, tooling and equipment selection.
• Analyze labor and BOM costs and ensure cost targets are met.
• Own creation and maintenance of controlled manufacturing files such as Work Instructions, BOMs, etc.
• Ensure Product Routers and BOMs are accurate and up to date in the ERP system.
• Design, build and validate work‑holding fixtures and tooling for production processes.
• Research and implement new equipment and acquisitions.
• Develop test plans for certified life‑safety products.
• Design and improve manufacturing work‑cell layouts and throughput.
• Perform process‑time studies and balance production lines.
• Lead non‑conformance, corrective action and root‑cause analysis projects.
• Manage ECO projects for product changes.
• Identify and eliminate non‑value‑added steps in manufacturing processes.
• Investigate and correct issues with production equipment.
• Source machine parts and consumables for production equipment.
• Provide technical support to the production floor for manufacturing issue resolution.
• Some travel may be required.

• Experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE engineering tools, specifically Solid Works.
• Experience using hand and shop tools.
• Strong ability to fabricate tools and jigs.
• Familiarity with 3D printing, laser cutting.
• Experience with inspection tools, caliper, micrometer, gauge pins, etc.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office software.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings.
• Experience with non‑conformance, root‑cause analysis, corrective actions.
• Excellent time‑management and progress‑reporting skills.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• U.S. Passport required.

• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
• Sewn goods experience.
• Experience with automation, controls and programming.

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3‑5 years of work experience in an Operations/Manufacturing environment.

Working conditions are in a normal office and manufacturing floor environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit and stand; use the hands to handle, feel objects, tools or controls. Occasionally, the employee must crouch or kneel. The employee must occasionally exert or lift up to 30 pounds. Successful performance requires good eyesight with or without corrective lens.

Requires long periods of time working at a computer.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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