Manufacturing Engineer
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Job Location:
Bloomfield, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
About Company:
LiquidPiston is a technology-driven company reimagining the internal combustion engine. Leveraging advanced thermodynamic cycles and innovative rotary engine architecture we design compact efficient and powerful engines for applications where size weight and fuel efficiency matter most from drones and military equipment to portable generators and hybrid-electric vehicles. Our patentedX-Engineplatform challenges conventional piston engine paradigms and enables breakthrough performance improvements.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineerto join our clients team. The successful candidate will work closely with design engineers internal and external machine shops and our engine build team to ensure high-quality and efficient production of (challenging!) prototype rotary engine parts and assemblies.
Responsibilities:
At LiquidPiston we embrace challenges move fast and celebrate curiosity. Our team thrives on collaboration creativity and perseverance. We understand that innovation involves riskand were not afraid to fail as we move forward.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LiquidPiston Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status or disability.
All offers of employment at LiquidPiston are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
LiquidPiston is a technology-driven company reimagining the internal combustion engine. Leveraging advanced thermodynamic cycles and innovative rotary engine architecture we design compact efficient and powerful engines for applications where size weight and fuel efficiency matter most from drones and military equipment to portable generators and hybrid-electric vehicles. Our patentedX-Engineplatform challenges conventional piston engine paradigms and enables breakthrough performance improvements.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineerto join our clients team. The successful candidate will work closely with design engineers internal and external machine shops and our engine build team to ensure high-quality and efficient production of (challenging!) prototype rotary engine parts and assemblies.
Responsibilities:
- Design implement and optimize manufacturing processes
- Troubleshoot technical issues in the internal machine shop
- Maintain quality controls appropriate for the size scope and timeline of each project
- Provide technical support for introduction of new components into supply chain including Solidworks fixture/tooling design
- Procure materials tooling components etc. from external suppliers
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing supply base while sourcing and evaluating potential new relationships
- Negotiate pricing terms and contracts
- Monitor supplier performance
- Analyze market trends and recommend strategies to reduce costs and mitigate manufacturing risks
- Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering and procurement working with high precision metal parts
- Advanced understanding of manufacturing processes including machining heat treatment welding coatings and additive
- Proficiency with CAD/CAM
- Experience with procurement supplier management contracts.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) and ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle).
- Flexible PTO:We value work-life balance and encourage time to rest and recharge.
- Health & Wellness:Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverageyou choose what works best for you.
- Equity Participation:Permanent employees receive RSUs (Restricted Stock Units).
- 401(k) Match:We offer a 401k w/100% matching up to 3% of your salary and then 50% of contributions between 3-5%
- Career Growth:Ongoing training mentorship and learning opportunities to accelerate your growth.
At LiquidPiston we embrace challenges move fast and celebrate curiosity. Our team thrives on collaboration creativity and perseverance. We understand that innovation involves riskand were not afraid to fail as we move forward.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LiquidPiston Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status or disability.
All offers of employment at LiquidPiston are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- CNC Programming
- Lean
- Machining
- Tooling
- CAD
- CNC
- Assembly Experience
- SolidWorks
- Kaizen
- Manufacturing
About Company
We patented a new rotary engine that delivers up to 10X more power, 30% more efficient than traditional piston engines, and a perfect fit for hybrid-electric applications.
