Manufacturing Engineer, Assembly Equipment

Summit Polymers•Portage, MI

About The Position

This technical position is responsible for developing, manufacturing, and assembling manual and fully automated assembly machines for Summit Polymers manufacturing facilities in the United States and internationally. Under general supervision, the role performs machine-component manufacturing and modification, assembles fixtures, supports machine safety and pneumatic systems, and carries out electrical and mechanical installations, start-ups, and commissioning. The position also contributes to design reviews, engineering changes, fixture standards, and manufacturing improvements, while coordinating with designers, plant engineering, and other staff members. The role typically requires up to 10% travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related science discipline.
3–5 years of progressive experience working with electrical and mechanical controls.
Ability to perform basic machine-shop duties.
Problem-solving and root-cause-analysis skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Minimum Wonderlic Select Assessment score of 50, or a traditional cognitive-portion score of 26.

Nice To Haves

Experience with automated control systems in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Apply machining and machine-tool fundamentals to manufacture and alter machine components.
Assemble complete fixtures using machined and purchased subcomponents and systems.
Develop and maintain a functional understanding of machine safety standards, practices, and requirements, including light-curtain and SRDV technology.
Select, document, and assemble pneumatic systems as needed.
Perform electrical and mechanical installations, start-ups, and commissioning for new fixtures and existing fixtures requiring engineering changes, on the Tool Room floor or at manufacturing facilities.
Integrate photoelectric and proximity sensors, light curtains, motor controls including servo technology, color and vision systems, and other technologies as directed by customer requirements and best practices.
Participate in design reviews and department development meetings, providing input on robustness and manufacturing improvements and adhering to fixture standards.
Interface with internal and external designers, plant engineering, and other staff members.
Develop and maintain best practices and machine standards.
Create and alter existing designs and bills of materials for engineering changes as directed.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Complete all required post-hire training.