Manufacturing Engineer I

Benchmark Electronics•Winona, MN

22h•$71,678 - $89,597•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical manufacturing liaison support for producing high-quality products, from the design phase through all phases of production. The role connects Program Design, Procurement, Assembly, and Quality to promote an efficient, well-organized manufacturing operation. The position supports a 24/7 global business operation as required and is based in Winona, Minnesota, on Shift 1, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The position is safety-sensitive and may require a pre-employment drug screen where permitted by law or required by federal regulation. It may also involve access to export-controlled information, technology, or materials; employment may depend on qualifying as a U.S. Person under federal regulations or an assessment of applicable restrictions. Benchmark describes its work as supporting sectors including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. The company emphasizes career growth, collaboration, inclusion, and work intended to make a positive impact. The role requires 0–2 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a precision machine shop environment. A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience approved by management. Compensation is listed as $71,678–$89,597 USD. Benefits include a bonus plan, 401(k), paid time off, and health, dental, and vision insurance, based on scheduled hours. The posting remains open until filled.

Requirements

0–2 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a precision machine shop environment.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience approved by management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Effective multitasking skills and willingness to take on additional responsibilities as required.
Effective organization and prioritization skills.
High attention to detail.
Ability to work with diverse groups.
Discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment, and professionalism.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance.
Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
Strong customer service and client focus.
Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software.
Knowledge of basic Lean Sigma concepts, methodologies, and tools.
Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required.
Ability to travel as required.
For work involving export-controlled information, technology, or materials, employment may be contingent on qualifying as a U.S. Person under federal regulations or on an evaluation of applicable legal restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
Basic Lean Sigma concepts, methodologies, and tools.

Responsibilities

Attend design reviews and evaluate whether product designs support practical, economical manufacturing techniques.
Assist in reviewing engineering design drawings before production release for product suitability and compatibility with current manufacturing techniques.
Assist with make-or-buy evaluations and recommend whether work should be performed in-house or by outside vendors.
Assist with vendor surveys.
Evaluate assembly tooling, fixtures, and equipment requirements for manufacturing operations.
Participate in Material Review Board activities and help disposition discrepant material and assemblies.
Participate in Change Control Board reviews of engineering change orders to assess producibility and manufacturing capability.
Help monitor daily production and recommend material or labor reductions to improve efficiency.
Coordinate with Methods and Tooling groups and provide technical product or drawing interpretations needed to design and fabricate assembly tools, fixtures, and process-method instructions.
Create manufacturing assembly flow charts to support product flow and assembly sequence.
Create manufacturing assembly-floor and equipment layouts to support efficient product flow through assembly stages.
Conduct special manufacturing projects, evaluations, or surveys as directed by management.
Participate in Lean projects and activities, including 5S, TPM, and VSM.
Travel as required.