What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer-NPI position at NIC Global?
JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer-NPI
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for creating internal fabrication drawings and CNC programs for NPI (new part introduction) and change control. Evaluates manufacturing processes by developing, designing and conducting research to improve manufacturing methods using knowledge of process design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
- Utilize Solidworks to convert customer CAD into internal fabrication drawings and CNC programs, ready for sheet metal fabrication.
- Review and implement internal process change control requests.
- Work with cross functional teams to identify and implement lean solutions to achieve safety, efficiency, and quality goals.
- Uses error proofing strategies to design and improve production processes.
- Identify, organize, and lead teams to resolve production process and product issues.
- Design arrangement of machines within plant facilities to ensure a most efficient and productive layout.
- This job description reflects the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required, based upon business needs, at any time with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent combination of formal education (associate’s degree) and work experience.
- Minimum 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment; sheet metal experience and design knowledge/experience desired.
- Experience with CNC programming (preferably with Striker software).
- Six Sigma certified helpful.
- Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
- Strong analytical, communication, and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint) skills; proficient in design software (Solid Works, Autocad and DraftSight).
- A high level of creativity and latitude is required.
PHYSCIAL DEMANDS
Ability to lift 25lbs with or without accommodations.
