Manufacturing Engineer - Welding - Secret Clearance required [29630]

Note: Only candidates who are eligible to obtain a Secret level security clearance, or who currently hold an active Secret level security clearance or greater, will be considered.

As part of the eligibility requirements for obtaining a security clearance include being a U.S. Citizen, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Overall Summary

This position is responsible to develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls. Supports and coordinate Design for Manufacturability for new and existing products. Provide leadership and expertise in design for welding, design of welding and assembly fixtures for large systems Familiar with codes, specifications, standards and other aspects of welding, fabrication and assembly.

Primary and Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the analysis and design of lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and tools to optimize the use of space, equipment, material, and personnel.
• Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of processes and related equipment.
• Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, including establishing goals, training team members, and evaluating results.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Develops work aids and/or documentation for products to train assembly personnel.
• Confers with supply chain and engineering staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods and quality results.
• Designs, develops, tests, sources, and cost-justifies various tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of machinery and equipment according to specifications and quality standards.
• Applies statistical methods and performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency.
• Represents manufacturing and/or engineering on cross-functional teams.
• Supports, communicates, reinforces, and defends the mission, values, and culture of the organization.
• Adheres to all quality and safety standards.
• Supports other projects and performs duties as assigned.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• May participate in cross-functional teams and work groups

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Does not supervise others

Years Experience

Minimum 5 years related experience including, but not limited to, technical skills in manufacturing processes with a special focus on welding and fabrication of large systems.

Level of Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering. CWI/CW Eng Certifications preferred

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility listed above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English.
• Experience in fabrication and welding of large systems.
• NPI experience is preferred.
• Robotic welding experience is preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar programs; CNC programming experience desired.
• Strong knowledge of written product specifications.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple products through the manufacturing process.
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Possesses quality orientation and high attention to detail.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with customers, vendors, employees, and managers at all levels within the company.
• Possesses strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in standard business software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Experience in ERP systems; SAP experience is desired.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Work is accomplished in a typical office environment with adequate environmental (heating/cooling) control. The noise level in the work environment is moderate due to noises associated with computer equipment and environmental control systems.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets
• Access to operations and manufacturing areas may involve exposure to loud noises, dust, fumes, oils, and fluctuations in temperature

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Performs all work in accordance with safety, workmanship, and good housekeeping specifications.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee alternates between sitting and standing/walking for long periods of time.
• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as required per plant rules.

Training

• New employee safety orientation and training on special tools or software required for job performance.