Manufacturing Engineer – Cutting & Nesting - SATX

JCB•San Antonio, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for leading and coordinating Manufacturing laser cutting and nesting operations on the shop floor in heavy manufacturing and fabrication industry. Aims to achieve business goals through focusing on latest technology of laser cutting machines, connected factory systems and efficiency in manufacturing using automated systems. The position is responsible for overseeing the design, development, implementation and supporting of laser cutting and nesting projects in field of Heavy Fabrication functions.

Requirements

Associate degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field.
Minimum of three (3) years of fabrication and/or manufacturing engineering experience in a relevant industry.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting automated manufacturing processes and equipment.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, production systems, process improvement, and engineering best practices.
Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing engineering experience within a heavy fabrication environment.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience with robotic welding, industrial automation, and/or Industry 4.0 technologies.
Experience implementing automation solutions to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.
Strong project management, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

Select right solution for improving the shopfloor processes using automation
Operate and improve laser and cutting operations online and offline
Troubleshooting of the utilization of machines and improving the efficiency of nests
Promote good work practices for advanced manufacturing plant
Develop concepts in AI assisted nesting
Set and manage training programs to train new team members
Promote flexibility in the team
Ensure performance standards are met
Compile daily, weekly and monthly reports
Knowledge on Fabrication processes like welding, cutting, forming, machining etc
Experience in new product development, process development
Develop and maintain visual management for shopfloor
Developing and implementing the Standard Operating Procedure for the fabrication shop
Actively pursue the elimination of waste through the application of continuous improvement tools and techniques
Liaise with suppliers on performance and cost improvements
Conduct implementation, installation for new plant equipment
Other duties as assigned.