Manufacturing Engineer III

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. • Scottsville, KY

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer III is responsible for developing mass-production engineering parameters for new business, and for developing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing methods. This role provides ongoing technical support to production and maintenance to ensure effective use of production equipment and tooling. The engineer will develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPD's, and downtime, and negotiate with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials, and parts. Responsibilities also include investigating and coordinating Kaizen activities, participating in monthly QCD/CRAM, and working with management and other staff regarding machine capabilities, production schedules, and cost considerations. The engineer will develop the necessary equipment required to produce/assemble precise molded parts and guarantee their quality. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required. All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 5-7 years’ minimum experience 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
• Must understand 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; participate in monthly QCD/CRAM
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Life
• 401(k) with match
• Tuition benefits
• Paid holidays
• Vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior