Job Description
Job Description
Objective : Provide leadership and engineering support to manufacturing operations. Design tools; develop and validate
processes; develop and manage product and process cost; provide technical support to sales and the outside
customer; identify and manage the introduction of new technology; maintain, troubleshoot and improve
existing processes; support safety, quality, delivery and cost of the entire operation. Manage the more
complex technical projects from inception through completion. Mentor less experienced engineers.
Minimum Requirements :
- 10+ years of experience in a related technical position in a design or manufacturing environment
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other related field
- Solid modeling experience using Solid Works, Pro E, Inventor, or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience managing all phases of more complex technical projects
- Demonstrated safety, quality, delivery and cost experience supporting manufacturing operations
Job Requirements :
Strong math, reasoning and problem solving skillsHands on experience with solid modeling for tool and fixture designWorking knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Experience with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPointMaintaining a presence at both the Buffalo, NY and Erie, PA sites, as required, by the work they are assignedProduct cost development in support of the quoting processRouting development and maintenance in MRPDevelopment of detailed work instructionsProduct cost development and maintenance through time studies (labor), BOM content (material) and overhead ratesContinuous improvement of products and processesCost reduction of products and processesStatistical analysis - Minitab experience preferredLead and manage prototype buildsEquipment / technology design in support of operationsExperience working within and adhering to a Quality Management System such as IATF16949 and ISO 9001The ability to work with people at all levels of the organization and across all functionsKnowledge of manufacturing processes such as; tube forming, brazing, welding; milling, and turningStrong organizational and communication skills to include customer engagement, sales support and presentationsImplementation of Lean Manufacturing PrinciplesManagement of all aspects of technical projects from inception to production qualificationProcurement of new capital equipment to include Return on Investment (ROI) analysisExecution of work assignments with minimal follow-up supervisionMentoring of less experienced engineersEssential Duties and Responsibilities :
Execute Engineering assignments to support new product introductions and steady state manufacturingProvide daily technical support to operations to include problem solvingManage the product life cycle (design through production qualification) for all fixtures and toolsManage all design changes into productionManage / lead the ECN processTechnical support to qualityDevelop and manage equipment validationsDevelop training for operators for new and existing equipmentDevelop manufacturing processes that are safe, provide superior product quality, and are cost effectiveIdentify and execute on cost reduction opportunitiesIdentify and execute on manufacturing process improvement opportunities related to safety, quality, delivery andcost
Lead and manage prototype buildsTechnical support to sales during customer engagement for new products, quality issues, etc.Prepare capital expenditure proposalsBecome the subject matter expert for all production equipment and technologiesUnderstand and implement Lean Manufacturing principlesDevelop and maintain the plant layout to ensure operations safety, quality, delivery and cost optimizationDevelop and maintain design standards and best practicesTechnical support to sales during customer engagements to include presentations, sales calls / visits, etc.Pay Range : $90,000-110,000.
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries / hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Physical Requirements :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, use hands to operate a computer and other office equipment, and communicate effectively via phone and email. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and lift or move items weighing up to 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.