Manufacturing Engineer II

VAUPELL INDUSTRIAL•Everett, WA

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, improving, and integrating manufacturing systems, equipment, and processes to support production efficiency, product quality, and cost reduction. This role works cross-functionally to support New Product Introduction, troubleshoot production issues, and ensure manufacturability of new designs and processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5 + years of thermoplastic or composites related manufacturing engineering experience. Other nonmetallic experience is a plus.
Demonstrated experience working within highly regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., FDA, FAA, ITAR, or ISO 13485/AS9100).
Proficiency in interpreting and executing to industry-specific standards, including ASTM and SPI guidelines.
Strong competence in Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) and the MRB (Materials Review Board) process, with the ability to provide technical dispositions and develop validated rework procedures for complex components.
Requires knowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans blueprints, drawings and 3-D models.
Experience initiating and implementing continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools required.
Candidate must be comfortable working hands-on on the manufacturing floor.
Ability to read, speak, understand and follow instructions in English.
Must be able to wear and properly use the required personal protective equipment.
Candidates must be a “US Person” (i.e. US Citizen or Permanent Resident) to ensure Vaupell's compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration Regulations)

Nice To Haves

Aerospace industry experience preferred.
CAD (CATIA) proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

Study, analyze and design methods, procedures, processes, layouts, fixtures and tooling to support process efficiency and product quality.
Identify and recommend resolutions for existing or imminent manufacturing problems, equipment failures, or safety issues.
Recommend cost reduction initiatives and manufacturing process improvements.
Participate in the review and evaluation of product design changes.
Participate in customer-facing meetings to provide engineering updates and manage technical expectations.
Coordinate with support groups to ensure manufacturability; process capabilities and capacities are developed to support new products.
Develop, monitor and report on project schedules and establish Standard Operating Procedures for new and updated manufacturing equipment and systems.
Collaborate with quality, production, and engineering teams to troubleshoot production and equipment issues.
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring issues.
Develop manufacturing instructions or procedures and train assemblers and operators in machine operations, processes or assembly applications.
Responsible for following all Vaupell policies and standard operating procedures and safety practices.
Other duties as assigned.