Lead OPEX Engineer - New Product Introduction

Eaton Corporation • Sumter, SC

6d • $97,000 - $143,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Lead OPEX Engineer - New Product Introduction. This role is located our of our facility in Sumter, SC. We are able to offer relocation assistance for qualified candidates within the United States.
The Lead OPEX Engineer is responsible for the achievement of launching New Products in each of our Eaton Panelboard and Switchboard product line operations. They will incorporate best-in-class systems and features through collaboration with the Design team and each of the Operational Excellence teams. This role is also responsible for providing manufacturing expertise on switchboard and panelboard products. The Lead OPEX Engineer is also responsible for developing method sheets, shop floor layout, tool acquisition, and training at each of the nineteen Panelboard and Switchboard operational sites (Sumter, Juarez, El Paso, and 16 Satellites) with regard to each new product being introduced.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000 - $143000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience using CAD software (i.e., AutoCAD, Inventor).
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding and use of lean tools.
• Familiarity with problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, and A3) used to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ability to travel approximately 30% (monthly visits to El Paso, TX).
• Expected to work with some degree of independence and make decisions that affect the workgroup.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel at all management, professional, and technical levels.
• Must be team oriented and self-starter with strong multi-tasking and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, electronics engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2 years of design experience with UL 50, UL 67, and UL 891.
• Certified Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Responsibilities

• Lead the manufacturing integration of each new product introduction, ensuring that the launch at each site follows identical best practices.
• Apply lean manufacturing techniques to eliminate waste in product and process designs, while delivering products that meet customers' expectations.
• Develop engineering and process control documentation for manufacturing (PFMEA/control plans, standardized methods sheets, etc.).
• Coordinate project and CI activities with the manufacturing teams at Sumter, El Paso, and satellite facilities.
• Lead formulation of manufacturing documentation, standard work sheets, control plans, and production area layouts.
• Conduct time studies to establish or verify labor standards.
• Conduct training for each function at both the Sumter and El Paso facilities.
• Monitor, record, and improve KPI metrics at each site pre and post launch to ensure smooth product launches.

Benefits

• Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Eaton believes in second chance employment.
• Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
• To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees