Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Limerick, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Limerick PA

What we offer: We are now looking for a Manufacturing Engineer in the Engineering Department.

Purpose
The position carries responsibility for planning developing or adapting methods to produce discrete
and repetitive style production parts and assemblies. The MEII is also responsible for design and
procurement of assembly tooling fixtures control logic and assembly nests supporting error
proofed assembly for medium to high volume production. The MEII is responsible for plant/work
area layout equipment justification and use aimed toward maximum utilization of personnel tools
equipment and material and documenting manufacturing methods and sequences.

Main Responsibilities

Works with operations and engineering teams to develop cost effective and robust solutions to manufacturing problems
Coordinates vendors and outside contractors in the development of tools assembly processes
Versed in the principles and holds responsibility for implementing Lean & Continuous Improvement manufacturing methods
Develops PLC logic and SCADA to control and capture production activity to ensure safe and poka-yoke proofing of assembly production end items
Conducts Machine and Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis and develops detection and prevention methods and control plans to reduce risk and liability in end item assembly processes
Develops process flow maps and identifies potential bottle necks and costly operations and makes recommendations relative to quality tooling and manufacturing processes
Conducts in-depth studies relative to justification of equipment purchases/modifications work simplification system standardization of parts components assemblies and materials
Prepares and implements changes in existing plant layout and capital investments
Conducts time and motion studies. Assists in determining capacity and production standards
Estimates and validates production capacity via pilot builds and run at rate studies to establish labor content of end items
Develops process change plans validates change effectiveness and implements changes in processes time standards and bills of material
Coordinates Tool Room Suppliers Machine Shop and Maintenance in the design and development of new tooling fixtures nests machinery and controls.

Who are we looking for
Qualifications and Experience
We believe that the ideal candidate has the following qualifications and experiences:

College degree in Engineering
8-12 years experience in an engineering position
Proven record of successful project management preferably in automation and electro- mechanical production environment
Facility using solid modeling software (Creo Parametric Pro/Engineer WF5 preferred).
Knowledge of 2-D modeling software (AutoCAD preferred)
Functional understanding of measurement equipment (calipers micrometers comparator etc)
Functional knowledge of manufacturing processes including turning milling molding casting extruding
Project management experience with demonstrated ability to meet required timeline commitments
Advanced use of typical office software (MS Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint)Intermediate use of MS Access or equivalent relational database platform a plus
Knowledge of high level control system programing languages (VB C Java) preferred
Read and author PLC ladder logic

Success Factors
To be successful in this role we believe that you possess the following skills competencies &
characteristics:

Strong organizational and time management skills for him/herself as well as others both inside and outside the engineering department
Ability to work professionally and diplomatically with a variety of internal and external business partners.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to analyze problems and lead a team environment in the development and implementation of solutions

Reports to: Director Product Development

Key Relationships:
Internally - Plant Floor Engineering

Externally - Vendors and Suppliers commensurate with job function

Job Title: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer Location: Limerick PA What we offer: We are now looking for a Manufacturing Engineer in the Engineering Department. Purpose The position carries responsibility for planning developing or adapting methods to produce discrete and repetitive style product...