Industrial Manufacturing Technology & Tool Engineer

Job Category: Engineering/Design/Estimating/Project Mgmt

Requisition Number: INDUS
001553

• Full-Time
• On-site

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

We appreciate your interest in joining our team! At Robinson, Inc. we pride ourselves on our manufacturing solutions and ownership culture, which support the industries we serve and our local communities. Robinson is employee-owned and is driven by a dedicated team of skilled professionals that value trust, loyalty, teamwork, integrity, and accountability as the foundations of our organization. We strive to provide customer service that goes above and beyond the standard.

The Industrial Manufacturing Technology & Tooling Engineer is responsible for identifying, developing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing methods. These improvements will be made through the deployment of tooling, fixtures, automated systems, and manufacturing equipment that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.

This role serves as a technical leader and internal consultant supporting Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality by delivering practical and scalable solutions to manufacturing challenges. The position combines expertise in tooling engineering, process improvement, automation integration, and manufacturing technology to support new product introductions, productivity improvements, and long-term operational strategy.

ROLE + RESPONSIBILITIES (includes but not limited to)

• Implement solutions that improve production efficiencies, revenue generation, team member safety, and quality performance throughout manufacturing operations leveraging Lean Principles.
• Monitor tooling performance and lifecycle data to improve reliability and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Establish KPI tracking and reporting for: project execution, budget performance, downtime reduction, and manufacturing productivity.
• Lead the design, procurement, validation, and implementation of fixtures, tooling, work holding systems, error-proofing devices, and assembly tooling.
• Support and execute automation project roadmaps; collaborating with stakeholders to achieve both long- and short-term business objectives.
• Construct capital budgets and build business cases for individual capital investment projects that utilizes appropriate technology and align with industry best practices.
• Participate in equipment implementation, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Partner with Design Engineering and Manufacturing to improve manufacturability of products and reduce labor needs of current manufacturing processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or related field required.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 5 years’ experience designing, developing, and executing manufacturing or automation projects.
• Strong manufacturing floor presence and hands-on problem-solving ability.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Leadership – Experience leading cross-functional teams through influence and achieving goals aligned with company objectives.
• Communication – Experience to express information/ideas in a professional manner to varying levels of the organization.
• Problem-Solving/Analytics – Experience with analysis, financial information, and metrics that leads to making informed decisions and generating ideas to improve overall business performance.
• Project Management – Experience overseeing the production of product from start to finish, managing budgets, and managing manufacturing capacity.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have leadership responsibilities.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position does require travel to all Robinson facilities.

At Robinson, we value professionalism, expertise, and a dedication to craftsmanship. We offer a dynamic work environment where employees are empowered to excel and grow within their roles. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional metal fabrication solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and employee satisfaction.

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

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