Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Provides technical leadership and operational excellence support to manufacturing, ensuring safe execution of work while meeting engineering, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. Serves as both a subject matter expert in welding and fabrication, industrial processes and can function as a driver of LEAN manufacturing transformation.

Requires daily onsite attendance at manufacturing plant; this is not a remote work position

Key Responsibilities – Standard Work

• Serve as manufacturing SME for structural welding, fabrication, and integrated production systems
• Partner with design engineering to ensure manufacturability (DFM) and efficient product design
• Lead structured root cause analysis and resolution of production issues
• Review and approve ECO/ECR changes to ensure manufacturing readiness and workflow integrity

Cost & Productivity Improvement

• Lead initiatives to reduce cost, improve labor efficiency, and minimize scrap
• Optimize facility layout and material flow to support scalable, high-efficiency operations
• Support benchmarking and continuous improvement

LEAN Manufacturing & Operational Excellence

• Support deployment of LEAN principles (6S, Standard Work, Visual Management) across operations
• Drive value stream optimization focused on flow, waste reduction, and SQDC performance

Manufacturing Systems, Tooling & Automation

• Design and implement tooling, jigs, fixtures, and material handling solutions to improve safety and throughput
• Partner with controls and engineering teams on system performance, troubleshooting, and upgrades

Standard Work & Process Control

• Review, update, or create new routers defining process steps, sequence of operations, work instructions, & labor hour estimates
• Develop, implement, and sustain Standard Work across manufacturing operations
• Conduct time studies and maintain accurate routing and process data
• Reinforce process discipline through documentation, control, and continuous improvement

Collaboration & Culture

• Coach and train teams process discipline and problem-solving methodologies
• Partner cross-functionally across engineering, operations, and supply chain
• Reinforce safety, quality, and accountability as foundational priorities

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, Manufacturing, Welding Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience with welding & machining
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with:
• AutoCAD and engineering 3D modeling software (e.g., Solid Works)
• LEAN principles (Standard Work, 6S, Visual Management)
• Proven experience in facility layout, material flow design, and process optimization
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, including weld symbols and GD&T
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to read and understand WPS's and PQR's

DESIRED

• Automated material handling systems and industrial equipment integration
• Experience with automated welding
• Formal LEAN / Six Sigma certification
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• Hands-on experience with AGVs, AMRs, or automated transport systems
• Exposure to MES, data capture, or smart manufacturing systems
• Basic capability in PLC programming, automation logic, or system configuration

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Ability to drive change and continuous improvement
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of welding processes (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, SAW, etc.)
• Understanding of materials (SST, duplex, aluminum, carbon steel, etc.) and how they are welded
• Understanding of welding codes (AWS, ASME, API, etc.)
• Familiarity with NDT methods (VT, MT, PT, RT, UT, etc.) and how they are used to inspect welds.
• Knowledge of mechanical and metallurgical testing
• Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.
• Ability to work across various business functions to ensure timely completion of work.
• Treats others fairly and with respect.
• Knowledge of department's policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, and values, etc.
• Ability to establish and maintain project priorities
• Seeking new learning experiences.

Working Conditions

• This position is considered OFFICE WORK with 50% or more time in manufacturing environments which is characterized as follows.
• Frequently indoors during the day and occasionally at night
• Working situations outdoors on concrete or gravel surfaces
• Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace
• Occasional exposure to high noise levels where hearing protection must be worn
• Gravel Work surfaces can be uneven but is generally stable, care must be taken when on such surfaces
• Situations common…