Manufacturing Engineer

Amerex Corporation is the world's largest and most innovative manufacturer of hand portable and wheeled extinguishers for commercial and industrial applications. Our state-of the-art gas detection systems along with pre-engineered fire suppression systems for vehicles, commercial cooking operations, and industrial applications have earned Amerex a reputation for excellence in the fire suppression industry.

While other companies have been in the industry longer than Amerex, no other company has surpassed the quality, service and innovation provided by Amerex Corporation since its founding in 1971. With quality products, constant innovation and excellent customer support, Amerex Corporation is unsurpassed in its pioneering efforts to provide better fire protection throughout the world.

All Amerex positions follow a culture that aligns with eight guiding principles as follow:
Teamwork, Excellence, Communication, Leadership, Environment, Safety, Accountability and Trust. These principles may be illustrated as a compass that provides personal guidance to help team members navigate through situations which may be encountered daily y are the guiding beliefs that we share with our parent company, McWane, Inc. Our continued commitment to and alignment with the McWane Way will lead to positive results in our company and our communities.

Leads manufacturing engineering projects that improve safety, productivity, and process performance. This role is responsible for both enhancing existing equipment and production processes and introducing new machinery or technologies when needed. A key responsibility is identifying and resolving production bottlenecks through engineering-driven process and design improvements.

Shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Support production through the development, design, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing tooling, processes, and equipment.
• Lead and coordinate manufacturing engineering projects, including initiating, investigating, developing, designing, and executing solutions through cross-functional teams.
• Provide mechanical engineering support for manufacturing and capital projects. Maintain accurate project documentation and technical records using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (B. S.) from four-year College or university.

Three to five years related engineering and project management experience.

Ability to read, analyze, and comprehend common scientific and technical journals, including mechanical drawings and schematics related to complex mechanical systems. Ability to effectively present information to both top management and the hourly supervisor.

Ability to identify and solve technical and operational problems by gathering and analyzing data, evaluating alternatives, and making sound decisions. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, diagrams, and mathematical data to support manufacturing processes and projects.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Windows operating systems. Working knowledge of CAD software is required, with experience creating and modifying engineering drawings and models in Autodesk Inventor preferred.

Minimal travel may be required for certain projects and training. Continuing education classes for improvement of computer skills. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in an office setting and has plant exposure on occasion. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, and may involve exposure to moderate noise levels from high-speed printers and other peripherals. When working in the plant, this position

may involve potential exposure to hazardous materials, and environmental changes (heat/cold), and the…