Manufacturing Engineer II - Sign on Bonus

Donaldson Company•Cresco, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. As a Manufacturing Engineer you are part of a dynamic engineering team that leads processes for development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes through engineering analysis and tools. This position works closely and collaboratively with cross-functional teams to safely, efficiently, and effectively deliver our products to our customers. Qualified candidates must be able to work an on-site schedule at our Cresco, IA facility.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or closely related field.
2+ years of applicable professional experience.

Nice To Haves

5+ years prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques
Experience with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks
Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC’s and their programming
The ability to direct, motivate, and provide clear direction in a production work environment.
Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical/electrical and controls systems in an operational environment.
Proven project management skills including delivery of results on time and within budget through dynamic and creative thinking.
Excellent communication and analytical skills and proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Leads engineering projects through all phases.
Improves current production methods, standards, tooling, procedures, equipment, and plant layout as a basis for improving safety and quality, increasing production, and reducing cost.
Resolves problems and discusses solutions with all appropriate personnel, champions cost reduction and quality improvement projects.
Develops best practice methods and communicates these methods to all appropriate plant personnel.
Manages daily line issues as it relates to equipment, tooling and work instructions.
Maintains skills regarding new or improved designs, methods, techniques, materials and other advances in engineering technology to enhance Donaldson's competitive advantage.
Research and recognize reliable technologies which can be successfully applied to unique filter manufacturing challenges.
Monitor equipment design and build, conduct equipment acceptance testing, and be a central part of factory installation and debugging.
Demonstrate problem solving methodologies and champion knowledge transfer and training on new processes and equipment.
Utilize basic knowledge of Ergonomics, Safety procedures and machine-operator interaction to create an environment with minimal risk.