Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Challenger Lifts, Inc., a division of Snap-on is seeking a candidate to provide manufacturing support through various manufacturing engineering disciplines to ensure products are manufactured in accordance with proper processes, methods and routing, and performed in a cost effective and high-quality manner. Design and develop equipment and tooling for automotive lift equipment manufacturing applications. Provide direction to maintenance staff, engineers and technicians.

• Provide mechanical design and development for new and existing machinery and equipment to support automotive lift equipment manufacturing operation, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials.
• Assist in introduction and implementation of new products to production environment.
• Prepare thorough and accurate documentation for release to manufacturing and for internal product design records.
• Use precise measuring instruments to inspect and approve production kickoff, equipment returned or for trouble shooting.
• Test and validate automotive lifts and accessories to assure product performance and quality.
• Work with manufacturing and service personnel to resolve problems and improve manufacturability and serviceability of products.
• Develop or modify manufacturing processes, work instructions and quality procedures.
• Work with manufacturing engineering on value engineering initiatives to reduce product cost and/or improve performance of designs.
• Must be familiar with 8D and 6S practice.
• Develop metrics to track progress and improvements made.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Science with a minimum of 3 years design experience.
• Up to date knowledge in mechanical design.
• Proficient with CAD software (Pro-E preferred).
• Basic understanding of complementary technical disciplines, particularly hydraulics, pneumatics and PLCs.
• Able to work with others and with minimal supervision.
• Must possess good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must be hands-on, willing to develop custom solutions from concept and design, through build and completion.
• Must have practical experience in manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Experience with fixture/tooling design, robotics and robotic welding, CNC equipment and plasma/laser cutting.
• Project management and customer interface experience is a plus.
• Work flexible hours as required.