Manufacturing Engineer III

ZF Group•Lapeer, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Experienced-level professional engineer responsible for advanced development/design of products, manufacturing/equipment plans, and or technical investigation of practical problems involving the full understanding of company products in diverse manufacturing processes/chains to conform to customer requirements. Provide Manufacturing Engineering support to all departments in the plant and to the corporation as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of related engineering experience within manufacturing operations (internship/co-op included)
Expert-level knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within Engineering; Advanced knowledge of product line(s) and engineering design principles; Extensive experience with engineering change systems; In-depth understanding of engineering techniques and principles.
Strong background in machining, automation, robotics, and CNC systems.

Nice To Haves

2 Years Project / Launch management experience preferred.
Leadership skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts independent analysis of operating conditions and specifications proposed and requested by customers.
Determines feasibility and product cost estimates from consideration of applicable policies and engineering requirements.
Participates in the installation, operation and testing of equipment or products developed or modified in the field or technical center for sales and/or customer representatives.
Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods and work methods.
Study specifications, engineering prints, manufacturing data and confer with engineering and shop personnel to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures and cost.
Analyze and plan space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
Manages and leads major work package in customer program or advanced development program.
Confer with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods and provide technical information and direction.