Manufacturing Engineer I

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.•Franklin, KY

10d

About The Position

This role is responsible for developing mass-production engineering parameters for new business, focusing on both production and quality. The Manufacturing Engineer I will evaluate and improve existing manufacturing methods, and provide ongoing technical support to production and maintenance teams to ensure the effective use of equipment and tooling. This position will also develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPD's, and downtime, and negotiate with vendors for equipment, materials, and parts. Additionally, the role involves investigating and coordinating Kaizen activities, and collaborating with management and other staff on machine capabilities, production schedules, and cost considerations. A key responsibility is to develop the necessary equipment for producing and assembling precise molded parts while guaranteeing their quality. The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Years in a manufacturing/ engineering environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge/skills for basic machine design
Computer skills
SolidWorks experience and ability to demonstrate capabilities
Must be available for international and domestic travel
Understanding of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Nice To Haves

ME experience complimented with a degree

Responsibilities

Develop mass-production engineering parameters (production, quality) for new business.
Develops, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods.
Provides on-going technical support to production and maintenance to ensure effective use of production equipment and tooling.
Develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPD's, and downtime.
Negotiates with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials and parts.
Investigate and coordinate Kaizen activities.
Work with management, manufacturing, corporate officials and other staff regarding machine capabilities, production schedules, and other cost considerations to facilitate production.
Develop the necessary equipment required to produce/assemble precise molded parts and to guarantee the quality of the parts as produced.