MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About The Team

Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Overview

Every high-technology product from Yokogawa has to fulfill three basic criteria: Quality, Innovation, and Foresight. We are one of the world leaders in industrial automation and process optimization, information systems and industrial services. We develop, engineer, implement and maintain technology that requires highly trained and skilled professionals to maintain and further develop our quality processes. To execute our mission to become the leading Controls Solution Provider in North America, we are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer.

Job Summary

• Process improvement, process automation, system implementation, manufacturing procedures, process standardization
• Implementing training, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, procurement, documentation, production and processing methods using proven engineering techniques and practices to meet production schedule, quality and safety standards in an efficient manner.
• Partner with Yokogawa affiliates to deploy common Digital Transformation (DX) processes in production lines.
• Partner with other engineering groups in reviewing proposals (cost, resources) and in controlling (scheduling, testing) of projects to expand manufacturing capabilities (new techniques, new products).
• This job is a combination of manufacturing and product engineering.
• The engineer supports multiple manufacturing departments.
  
  

DUTIES/RESULTS

• Develops and implements manufacturing standard procedures to meet the quality and safety standards.
• Works to design systems for implementing industrial automation techniques and process improvements.
• Sets up and monitors the production line and trains manufacturing personnel.
• Assists in design of jigs and fixtures and prepares required engineering drawings. 2D and 3D CAD designs are required, as well as the ability to follow General Dimension and Tolerance guidelines.
• Creates and oversees implementation of engineering change notices and revision levels for all related departments (manufacturing, marketing, QA, purchasing, service, etc.).
• Provides engineering interface with purchasing (production control) and QA to purchase equipment, service, and materials, and to reduce manufacturing costs.
• Responsible for uncompromising quality to all work processes in designated area of responsibility. Has the authority to stop those work processes at any time it is believed quality is being compromised.
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• The job requires good writing and communication skills to communicate basic information with peers, customers, and management - both orally and in written format.
• Must be comfortable interfacing with many different individuals and demonstrate cooperation and interaction across stakeholders with similar goals, typically internal.
• Utilize basic analytical and problem solving skills related to field (six sigma, etc.).
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and/or coaching, and respond appropriately.
• Demonstrate basic engineering knowledge in CAD, technical communication, mechanical design, electronics, and process improvement techniques.
• Proficiency in AutoDesk (AutoCAD, Inventor), DraftSight, Solidworks, or other similar 2D or 3D CAD platform.
• Preferred: Working knowledge of PLC’s, Ladder Logic, HMI’s, data acquisition, and basic programming skills related to automating processes.
  
  

Education & Experience: BS degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other equivalent engineering degree. Previous experience (up to 5 years) in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required.

Work Environment: This job requires equal time in an office environment as it does in the manufacturing facility. Time spent in manufacturing is often related to troubleshooting or preparing new equipment/jigs/fixtures.

Physical Demand: The employee must be able to sit, stand, and walk for a reasonable amount of time. It is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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