Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary: Responsible for supporting execution of new industrialization projects & continuous improvement activities on existing and future equipment within the business. Support manufacturing through the design and implementation of new projects in an effort to continually improve existing process and procedures. Execute on implementation of long term solutions and predictive / preventative maintenance and sustainable process systems for key assembly equipment within the proprietary product value streams in Operations, under the appropriate guidance and leadership Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Under guidance and leadership, works with internal and external team resources to: Scope project requirements in support of new product / product line extension projects and/or product optimization development projects. Support development, execution and documentation of project assignments in compliance with committed timelines and project goals, and per established governance policies and procedures. Actively support proprietary program initiatives with direct customer interactions as warranted by project assignments Provide engineering assistance to keep production equipment operating at an optimum efficiencies. Evaluate existing equipment and/or systems, looking for methods to improve performance, efficiency, reliability or accuracy and present recommendations for same. Analyze problem areas with existing processes/equipment and prepare design changes or recommend component replacement as required to resolve problems. Assist in mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical design modifications of equipment. Coordinate and/or perform all necessary validations and/or process engineering evaluations as needed for manufacturing processes/equipment. Support process improvements for safety and reliability, cost reductions/savings, scrap reductions, quality improvements etc. through the implementation of LEAN concepts. Create/modify work instructions, technical documents, engineering studies, and non-conformance reports as needed to support production. Understand key business drivers and follow applicable West project management process & methods in execution of assigned tasks Maintain clear communication paths with stakeholders, providing routine project review updates as needed. Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering 3 – 5 Years of manufacturing environment experience Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Medical device development and manufacturing background preferred Knowledge of manufacturing processes, workflows, basic electrical / automation equipment and industrial techniques. Must have effective problem solving and interpersonal skills. Must have knowledge of sound engineering principles and practice. Must possess the ability to plan work and supervise others, as needed. Travel Requirements: 5 – 10% travel Physical & Mental Requirements: Must be able to perform job duties as required with limited physical demands within clean room manufacturing requirement. Competencies/Authorities Non-US only where required for certain levels