Advanced Manufacturing Engineering; AME - Oak Ridge

Job Summary

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering role is intended for dynamic individuals who can leverage a broad range of technical knowledge and experience in electronic and electro‑mechanical engineering, work directly with external suppliers, internal sourcing teams, quality engineering, and R&D engineering (NPI) teams. The successful candidate must effectively communicate with senior management, possess a big‑picture strategic mindset, handle multiple priorities simultaneously, and be adept at fostering strong relationships with both internal and external teams.

• Work closely with external suppliers to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing processes, from design to production, and foster strong partnerships to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction efforts.
• Support the product, process, and production requirements of externally supplied components, tools, and equipment.
• Identify operational improvements regarding manufacturing workflow, production tools, and process documentation.
• Support the search for, establishment, and development of new suppliers.
• Team up with engineering, purchasing, and suppliers to harmonize discrepancies in product drawing/specifications, and support the evaluation of cost reduction and quality improvement opportunities.

• Develop and execute material cost reduction initiatives and implement strategies to enhance cost‑effectiveness.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, identify cost drivers, and implement strategies to enhance cost‑effectiveness.
• Participate in cross‑functional Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) cost‑saving idea generation workshops.
• Drive product BOM cost analysis for the identification of cost reduction opportunities.
• Coordinate and support material savings initiatives related to purchased price supplier reduction projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 8‑10 years of progressive experience in design engineering, manufacturing engineering, or production environment.
• Strong mechanical design experience utilizing 3D CAD software (Autodesk Suite – Inventor preferred).
• Technical knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes such as electronics (PCBA) assembly, electronics testing, mechanical assembly, injection molding, extrusion, metal fabrication, forming, welding, and surface finishing/coating.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze technical data and engineering drawings/specifications to convert requirements into meaningful action plans.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects/processes under tight concurrent deadlines.
• Broad tactical and strategic bandwidth, i.e., the ability to successfully manage multiple rapidly changing priorities.
• Exposure to should‑cost modeling techniques and BOM analysis to identify potential cost‑saving opportunities.
• Strong knowledge and experience in Lean techniques and operational excellence tools including but not limited to:
  Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen facilitation, Problem Solving, Strategy Deployment, 6S, Six Sigma.
• Demonstrated track record leveraging data to solve problems and possessing strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to conduct complex analytics and synthesize insights into actionable initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial engineering.
• Advanced degree such as an MBA is a plus.

• Continuous process improvement mindset with the ability to effectively lead and manage change.
• Certifications in Lean and/or Six Sigma green‑black belt preferred.
• Strong leadership and decision‑making ability.
• Ability to coach & facilitate teams.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP/MRP system.
• Solid financial and statistics acumen preferred.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English/Spanish or English/French).
• Multilingual preferred; role requires proficient communication between international sites and suppliers.
• Must be willing and able to travel as needed up to…