Manufacturing Engineer I

Benchmark Electronics•Rochester, MN

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical manufacturing liaison support for producing high-quality products from the design phase through all phases of production. Works between Program Design, Procurement, Assembly, and Quality to promote an efficient, well-organized manufacturing operation. The role is based in Rochester, Minnesota, and supports a 24/7 global business operation as required. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on Shift 1. The position may involve access to information, technology, or materials regulated under U.S. export control laws; employment may depend on verification of U.S. Person status or other applicable legal review.

Requirements

0–2 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a precision machine shop environment.
Basic understanding of Lean Sigma concepts, methodologies, and tools.
Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective interpersonal, multitasking, organization, and prioritization skills.
High attention to detail and ability to work with diverse groups.
Discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment, and professionalism.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance.
Strong customer service and client focus.
Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software.
Ability to travel as required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience approved by management.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.

Responsibilities

Attend design reviews and evaluate whether product designs support practical, economical manufacturing techniques.
Assist with reviews of engineering design drawings before production release for product compatibility with current manufacturing techniques.
Assist with make-or-buy evaluations and recommend in-house versus outside-vendor manufacturing capabilities.
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 or assemblies.
Participate in Change Control Board reviews of engineering change orders to assess whether proposed changes are producible and within manufacturing capabilities.
Assist in monitoring daily production and recommend material or labor reductions to improve operational efficiency.
Coordinate with Methods and Tooling groups and provide technical interpretations of product or specification drawings for assembly tools, fixtures, and process-method instructions.
Develop manufacturing assembly flow charts to support product flow and assembly sequence.
Develop manufacturing assembly-floor and equipment layouts to promote efficient product flow through assembly stages.
Conduct manufacturing projects, evaluations, or surveys as directed by management.
Participate in Lean projects and activities, including 5S, TPM, and VSM.