Manufacturing Engineer
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering · Process Improvement
In short
The Manufacturing Engineer develops and improves manufacturing processes and capabilities to reduce product costs through operational efficiency. This role supports the operational team, drives continuous improvement using lean techniques, and ensures the setup and optimization of manufacturing tooling and logistical flows. The position also involves creating work procedures, training staff, supporting new product introductions, and managing engineering change orders.
Responsibilities
- Provides manufacturing engineering support to the operational team.
- Drives continuous improvement activities in quality, cycle times, cost reduction and process improvement through lean techniques and value engineering.
- Eliminates routing and material variances impacting financial results.
- Performs time studies for assembly processes to create correct routings and optimize balancing.
- Accounts for the definition, setup, preparation, and optimization of manufacturing tooling, including automated equipment.
- Ensures value stream mapping, specification and implementation of logistical flows for manufacturing cells.
- Creates and maintains documented work procedures and technical specifications for manufacturing equipment and test specifications.
- Performs active training on processes, procedures, documentation, and traceability to sustain workforce competences.
- Works with other departments and suppliers to support quality issues on components and products.
- Collaborates with cross-functional engineers and technicians to support new product introductions.
- Creates, manages and completes manufacturing related Engineering Change Orders using ERP and CAD systems.
- Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance and works collaboratively.
- Takes direction and performs other duties as assigned.
- Provides routine communication to team members and leadership team.
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering preferred, or degree in sciences with supporting manufacturing or operations experience.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in manufacturing, assembly or operations environment.
- Experience/knowledge of 6S and basic Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks.
- Experience with CREO CAD systems or equivalent 3D CAD software.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems.
- Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, AutoCAD skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in project management and leading improvement projects.
- Demonstrated skill and achievement in implementing Lean practices in an operations environment.
- Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Desired Qualifications
- Programming skills (LabView and PLC) preferred.
- Interaction between manufacturing equipment and I.T. systems.
- Driving 6S opportunities, streamlining processes, improving process flow, fixturing, etc.
Benefits
- Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market.
- Work in a globally diverse environment.
- Grow with us: internal candidates prioritized, training programs available.
- Family-like atmosphere.
- Opportunity to be creative and promote own ideas.
- Fosters a learning culture where global mobility is an important enabler for growth.
- Individual learning opportunities, feedback culture, internal job portal, global project assignments, on-site training from our academy.
- Support for well-being with programs like fitness groups, family parties, team events.
- Health insurance, paid leave and retirement benefits.
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Company
Atlas Copco Group
Job Posted
3 days ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Shakopee, United States
Qualification
Bachelor
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