Manufacturing Engineer

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC machining operations and cost estimation.
• Proficiency with cost estimation and tools.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and supply chain management concepts is advantageous.
• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent experience with manufacturing process engineering.
• Ability to interpret customer drawings, work instructions, in-process control plans and understand GD&T.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience using CAD systems Master Cam, Unigraphics, Solid Works or similar.
• Ability to create/design work holding/fixturing and designate tool selection.
• Ability to sequence process parts to achieve quality and meet financial objectives.
• Strong trouble shooting ability for work holding, tool selection and machining approach.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a CNC machining or fabrication environment.

• Create BOM’s, routings, item masters and store related data in ERP system. Maintain proper sequence and flow downs.
• Conduct contract review on all new parts utilizing proper documentation. Provide material requirements to purchasing.
• Analyze print, specifications, and requirements to create the most efficient manufacturing process for a part.
• Interact with customers on technical items such as clarification of drawings, specifications, and design improvement ideas.
• Understand customer requirements as they are imposed and their effect on each job.
• Work with production on resolving process related issues.
• Create process drawings as required.
• Create and help design fixtures and work holdings to support production or quality.
• Support repeat jobs as needed.
• Support estimating when needed in regards to process or drawing/tolerance concerns.
• Manage flow down of all internal, customer, and regulatory requirements to vendors.
• Assist with internal and external corrective actions.
• Maintain a positive attitude and punctuality and a clean and organized work-space.
• Willing to work in a team environment and interact with departmental and supplier personnel as required.
• Identify when applicable, continuous improvement of processes and understand the contribution to the effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Aware of quality policies, procedures, objectives, contribution to conformance of product, safety and ethics
• Analyze project blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to understand CNC machining requirements.
• Develop manufacturing processes Machining, Secondary process, light assembly) from 2D and 3D Models.
• Provide piece part manufacturing cost from manufacturing process. Assess factors such as machining time, tooling costs, setup expenses, and material usage to develop comprehensive cost estimates
• Collaborate with procurement teams to obtain competitive quotes for materials, tooling, and subcontracted services.