Manufacturing Engineer

Position Summary

Responsible for industrialization of LECTRA Engineered Equipment Designs; includes developing, establishing and maintaining manufacturing fabrication, assembly, test and pack processes. The ideal candidate will play a hands‑on role helping to develop and lead the execution of the manufacturing operations production strategy for LECTRA new industrial equipment and aftermarket product requirements, helping the team achieve their business production goals. The candidate is responsible for developing and maintaining processes for New Product Development and new product launches, as well as Engineering Change management for legacy materials.

Customer‑centricity is critical for both internal and external requirements, to achieve & maintain our objectives for safety, quality, cost and on‑time delivery.

NOTE:

WE ARE LOOKING FOR LOCAL CANDIDATES IN THE HARTFORD CT AREA. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN TOLLAND, CT.

• Ensure products produced for LECTRA industrial equipment meet expectations of quality, reliability and delivery through the design / manufacturing processes.
• Provide effective engineering support to the Supply Chain & Manufacturing on producing products, assemblies and / or parts for LECTRA industrial equipment.
• Participate / employ LEAN manufacturing techniques throughout the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Operations.
• Create / maintain technical documentation (Processes, Work Instructions, Visual Aids, etc.) including detailed drawings and GD&T, assembly drawings.
• Provide technical assistance on New Product Development (NPD), new product manufacturing readiness, New Product Launch (NPL), cost reductions, product structure & BOM updates, source changes, LECTRA asset management Internal and at supplier sites, process improvements and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in techniques such as Design for Manufacturability & Assembly, Design for Testability, Failure Reliability, Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (FMEA), Process Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (PFMEA) to assure reliability and quality of design parts and systems.
• Initiate and process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Material Variance Authorizations (MVAs), including all ERP system (SAP) requirements.
• Report regularly to management on key tasks, responsibilities and KPIs to communicate all findings, progress, actions, risk areas, and areas where assistance may be needed.
• Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with internal and external customers to provide effective Manufacturing Engineering Support.
• Travel domestically and / or internationally, as required.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.

• Working knowledge of mechanical design or manufacturing processes, including, but not limited to: assembly, fabrication, machining, extrusions, castings, test, inspection and LEAN Six Sigma manufacturing techniques.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience with CAD Product Design and analysis tools for the modification, analysis and optimization of engineering parts, assemblies and tooling.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Good communication skills (verbal and written) in English.
• Strong technical aptitude and decision analysis skills.
• Good organizational, presentation and writing skills, with emphasis on clarity and simplicity.
• Highly creative with the ability to investigate, research and innovate ideas and solutions.
• Ability to take ownership of assigned projects and bring them to completion.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

There will be up to 5% of traveling required in this position, both locally and internationally.

It is our policy to foster a workforce that accepts and respects differences. We provide equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, language, religion, age, sex, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, ancestry, citizenship, or political opinion.