Entry Level - Manufacturing Engineer

Sun Hydraulics • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

The Assembly Manufacturing Engineer will oversee and optimize manufacturing processes within our Assembly operation. This role involves applying insights from product design, fabrication, tooling, and materials, collaborating with equipment vendors, and gathering feedback from operators. The engineer will be responsible for both manual and automated assembly operations, driving process improvements consistently. A key aspect of this position is a strong commitment to continuous improvement on an annual basis.

Requirements

• BSME/BSMET required
• 0-3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in a high mix/low volume and low mix/high volume manufacturing preferred
• Process development, control and improvement experience preferred
• Superior computer skills, with experience in Autodesk 3-D design software a plus
• Strong understanding of GD&T and working in tight tolerances (.0001)
• Experience with controls, including proficiency in ladder logic, structured text, and programming input/output (I/O) is a plus

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with automated equipment (Robots, HMI, and PLC controls) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage medium and large assembly machine projects through full implementation including capital appropriations
• Ensure availability and capability of shop floor assembly equipment including automation
• Identify producibility issues based on data and lead cross-functional teams to solve common issues using processes like six sigma or 8D
• Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow; design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions
• Communicate manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes
• Define, redefine, and develop workflows based on capacity and efficiency needs
• Create assembly tooling designs utilizing Autodesk software
• Evaluate products based on specifications and quality standards
• Participate on multifunctional PFMEA (Potential Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) teams

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees