Engineer I - Manufacturing

Ritchie Engineering • Bloomington, MN

45d • $70,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This is Where Tradition Becomes Legend

Ritchie Engineering Co., Inc. is a family-owned company that has been innovating HVAC & Refrigeration tools and test equipment for more than 75 years. From idea conception through development, production, and shipment; every team member plays a crucial role ensuring the quality, reliability, and efficiency of these American-made products.

Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing systems in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods, and controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field
• Understanding of the new product development process
• Able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Able to comply with ISO procedures and ability to create process documentation as required
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to an audience in a presentation setting
• Able to use mills and lathes to create fixtures and tooling
• Knowledge of lean principles
• 3D CAD Knowledge
• Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization
• Proficiency in reading and writing in English
• Highly organized, self-motivated and can work independently
• Must be highly self-motivated, work with minimal supervision and be able to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills as well as excellent communication skills (both written and oral) with ability to manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of related experience
• Infor ERP experience
• SolidWorks experience
• DBWorks or Enterprise PDM experience
• Skilled with both plastics and metals for tool and fixture design

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes, production flow, and assembly methods
• Prepare and maintain facility and equipment layouts for efficient workflow
• Perform cost, quality, and efficiency analysis for products and processes
• Develop and revise CAD drawings, including flat patterns, fixtures, jigs, and weldments
• Create and maintain fixtures and jigs to support production line efficiency and quality
• Generate engineering change notices (ECNs) For Products and process improvements
• Write and implement work instructions and procedures for machine setups, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Identify and mitigate high-risk equipment and tooling issues through repair or replacement strategies
• Evaluate and improve new product designs for manufacturability and efficiency
• Set up and optimize production lines, ensuring effective layout, workflow, and tool selection
• Address ergonomic and efficiency improvements in production processes
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment or tooling issues with cost-effective solutions
• Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams and train employees on best practices
• Other duties as assigned including training others on known processes

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: 100% company match with no vesting schedule on up to 4% of your contributions
• Health Insurance: Two Medical Plans, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account options to suit your needs
• Company Paid Insurance: Long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance at no additional cost
• Paid Time Off (PTO): We value work life balance and offer a generous PTO plan for exempt employees. You will start with 52 hours during the first 6 months, with the accrual increasing to 160 hours annually after 6 months. The accrual rate will continue to increase with tenure up to 202 hours annually after 20 years of service.
• Holiday Pay: In addition to PTO, all employees receive up to 80 hours of paid holidays annually
• Telemedicine: 24/7 access to healthcare professionals for you and your family
• Referral program: Earn rewards for helping the team grow

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level