Manufacturing Engineer- Solon, OH

Job Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving manufacturing processes, systems, and methods to optimize production and enhance product quality. This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing process improvements, and ensuring efficient and cost-effective production.

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• Every day at Hubbell is different and you'll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you'll make a difference by:
• Developing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing methods by applying engineering and LEAN principles in fixture design, problem solving, and material selection.
• Create and maintain work instructions for both setup and operation of production equipment.
• Analyzing and planning work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency and product flow. Applying Lean Manufacturing methods.
• Conferring with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Studying specifications, engineering blueprints and shop data and conferring with engineering and shop personnel to resolve design problems.
• Preparing tool and fixture concepts, coordinating review and approval by manufacturing staff and developing detailed CAD drawings.
• Conferring with vendors to determine product specifications and arranging for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimating production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions. Using MTM, MSD, Time Study, or similar formal system for factory time measurement.
• Conferring with management, engineering, operations and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Applying statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential. Evaluating product lines and recommending changes in production methods, materials and product design to optimize throughput, quality and cost.
• Troubleshooting equipment in downtime situations and working with maintenance to service equipment.
• Providing input to safety committee, Lean Manufacturing Teams, Customer service, QC, Purchasing, etc.
• Investigate new technologies and options for equipment, design, and assembly.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (General, Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical), or related field (required)
• 3-6 years of relevant experience
• Experience with Lean manufacturing techniques including Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, 5S, etc.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a wide array of variables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of shop routings in SAP preferred.
• Working knowledge of Solidworks preferred.
• Working knowledge of PLCs preferred.
• Basic machine shop skills (mill, lathe, drill press, etc) preferred.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.