Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer Implements manufacturing techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to improve efficiency. Establishes control charting of critical features and processes; analyzes results to resolve machine/process capabilities and performance reliability. Manages the implementation of new processes, selection of equipment to be purchased, and time estimates. Identifies efficient tooling for machining. Resolves issues with design, manufacturability, or build sequences. Ensures production-part acceptance and manufacturing readiness. Participates in adoption of new technologies and processes to achieve greater efficiency. Consults on and is responsible for selection and implementation of automation and robotics on the assembly line. Responsibilities Develops manufacturing equipment purchase proposals by studying manufacturing plans and commitments; evaluating manufacturing processes and requirements. Recommends new manufacturing equipment by identifying vendors and operating equipment, evaluating equipment capabilities and service history; evaluating vendor service and support. Completes equipment cost projections by analyzing investment, return, and savings. Supervises equipment installations by advising crews. Meets production requirements by designing equipment modifications as needed Prepares equipment operators by conducting training; providing reference and support resources. Maintains process integrity by developing and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines. Maintains equipment records by filing documents; updating equipment database. Qualifications Bachelors Degree preferred Prior Engineering experience within a manufacturing plant Experience in the Automotive industry is beneficial