Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineerThe Manufacturing Engineer position consists of responding to manufacturing issues and apply cross-functional problem-solving skills to identify solutions. Supports new product development in providing manufacturing input to support test system development and design for manufacturability.Duties/ResponsibilitiesDevelop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods (equipment, tooling, and materials)Design new equipment, processes, procedures, and workspace for maximum efficiencyEnsure manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with safety standardsConsult product design and tooling with development team to ensure efficient production methodsRespond to breakdowns, investigate production problems, and repair equipmentCommunicate with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of materials, equipment, or parts, and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standardsConsult with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities to facilitate production processesUpdate assembly/work instructions and prepare reportsDetermining problem resolutions and implement improvementsRequired skills/abilitiesAble to provide technical leadership to production personnelEffective and frequent written and oral communication to technical teamBalance workloads between various engineering projects and manufacturing demandsEvaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and machineryWork with minimal supervision to support production and new product development needsKnowledge, Education, and ExperienceBachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)Experience in manufacturing engineering environmentExperience using SolidWorksSitting/standing for long periods of time