Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly & Automation 1

POSITION: Manufacturing Engineer – REPS Assembly

Position Overview:

The Manufacturing Engineer supports and improves Plant 3 assembly operations by applying engineering expertise to resolve manufacturing issues, improve equipment performance, support quality and safety requirements, and implement efficient, reliable processes.

Job responsibilities:

• Support Operations and Trades in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues.
• Support product quality investigations, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost savings opportunities.
• Lead or support equipment development, specification, validation, installation, and retooling projects.
• Plan and execute assigned projects, including tooling budget management as required.
• Ensure safety and ergonomic requirements are understood, documented, and followed.
• Communicate with Engineering, Operations, Trades, Quality, and other stakeholders to meet business and customer needs.
• Develop and maintain PFMEA documentation and support related process controls.
• Process plant change notices for assigned areas.
• Support quality and safety audits, including required documentation and follow-up actions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field required.

• Minimum 2 years of experience with manufacturing engineering tools, equipment design/build, or equivalent plant ME experience.
• Working knowledge of assembly processes such as pressing, fastening, fixturing, vision systems, data collection, and tool design.
• Basic understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical controls, automation, and robotics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to manage technical documentation.
• Experience using AI tools to analyze data, identify trends, and support problem solving preferred.
• Knowledge of structured problem-solving methods such as Fast-X, Shainin, or Six Sigma preferred.
• Knowledge of GD&T preferred.