Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Schneider Electric is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as a Manufacturing Engineer at our Columbia, South Carolina location. As the Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for deploying Lean methods & concepts to drive continuous improvement across a variety of processes and equipment. You will perform a variety of engineering work related to safety, quality, manufacturing processes, process design/layout, ergonomics, capacity, cost analysis, and capital investments.

• Specializes in several areas of knowledge regarding production / manufacturing processes: process design/layout, ergonomics, safety, capacity, simulation tools, capital investment, and cost analysis
• Works to resolve daily and long-term problems/projects using manufacturing, quality, and Schneider Production System tools and lean manufacturing methodology.
• Develop & lead projects by applying 6 sigma principles to conduct process flow analysis, improve process time, create cycle time definitions, improve 1st pass yield, reduce process variation, and improve process stability.
• Responsible for monitoring efficiency indicators, KE (ratio Design Time / Operation Time), OEE(overall equip effectiveness), NEE (Net Equipment Efficiency, the ratio "Useful Time / Plant Operating Time") and to take actions to improve the efficiency and capacity of the line.
• Supports process tooling, fixtures, and equipment design, purchase, and maintenance along with development of capital expenditure proposals.
• Manages Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) by updating material, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and routings when modifications are required by Engineering
• Develop & lead capital investment projects.
• Provide manufacturing engineering support for technologies that support Smart Factory and/or Automation deployment.
• Drive Lean Digitization System implementation
• Supports new product development projects

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (or other STEM) major from an accredited University is required.
• 2+ years of Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the application of Lean Manufacturing methodologies (i.e. VSM, SMED, 8-Wastes, Takt Time, Jidoka, Poka Yoke), certification a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Pro-E / CREO proficiency / AutoCAD proficiency
• Experience in the areas of IT, systems and equipment controls preferred
• Experience in MS Access, MS Excel, Macros and SQL preferred

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.