Manufacturing Engineer III
Optimizes manufacturing processes for modular electronics buildings and power equipment, designs plant layouts, analyzes throughput, provides production support, and implements continuous improvements. Requires 3-5+ years experience, bachelor's in engineering, CAD proficiency, and Lean principles knowledge.
About the job
What You’ll Be Working On
Plant Layout & Process Optimization
- Design and update manufacturing floor layouts to optimize material flow, maximize space utilization, and ensure safe operator movements.
Throughput Optimization
- Analyze production data and perform time studies to identify bottlenecks; implement process improvements to balance assembly lines and increase overall facility throughput.
Optimization & Metrics
- Identify opportunities for improvements in First Pass Yield (FPY) and Overall Process Effectiveness (OPE).
Capacity Planning
- Assist in calculating production capacity and resource requirements to support scaling operations for high-volume manufacturing.
DFMA & NPI
- Participate in Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) reviews, providing feedback from the factory floor to simplify assembly and drive cost reductions.
Work Instructions
- Develop and maintain detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and assembly instructions to ensure consistent quality across production teams.
Tooling & Fixturing
- Identify, design, and procure manufacturing aids, jigs, and fixtures to improve ergonomics, safety, and efficiency.
Production Support & Quality
- Resolve manufacturing issues in real-time and lead root cause analysis for defects or process deviations.
Continuous Improvement
- Champion a culture of safety, quality, and efficiency enhancements across the manufacturing department.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
- Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, preferably within a complex assembly or electromechanical environment.
- CAD Proficiency: Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD software (SolidWorks, SketchUp) for creating plant layouts and fixture designs.
- Process Knowledge: Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping) and their application.
- Materials & Assembly: Knowledge of metal fabrication, welding, and mechanical assembly processes.
- Analytical Problem Solving: Ability to solve manufacturing problems utilizing a first principles approach and data-driven analysis.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for 8 hours or more daily to support floor operations.
Bonus Points:
- Experience with Plant Simulation analysis to model workflow and throughput.
- Green Belt or Black Belt Six Sigma certification.
- Experience using Material Requirements Planning (ERP/MRP) software to manage BOMs and work orders.
- A strong drive to identify and continually improve manufacturing processes.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and equity packages
- Restricted Stock Units
- Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
- Employer contributions to HSA account
- Paid parental leave
- Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Professional development & tuition reimbursement
- Mental health & wellness support
- Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
- Cell phone stipend
- 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
- Volunteer time off
- Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
- Daily meals allowance
Compensation Range
Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $99,000 - $110,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers.
Skills
Solidworks, Sketchup, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma, ERP, Mrp, Plant Simulation
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