Manufacturing Engineer

Oerlikon•Westbury, NY

26d•$87,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer plans, designs, and communicates manufacturing operations, CNC programming, tooling, jigs, fixtures, plant layouts, and equipment utilization or modifications for the production of component parts and finished products. The role supports the full manufacturing process, including machining, forming, welding, assembly, testing, packaging, and transportation. The engineer sets up, proves out, and optimizes CNC machines, trains personnel, and identifies and implements design and process improvements to improve cost-effectiveness. The position supports production schedules and product quality by developing manufacturing methods and specifications, improving material flow and equipment and labor utilization, and investigating production problems. It also evaluates automation and technology opportunities, estimates costs and savings from process changes, and contributes to make-or-buy decisions. The engineer documents production requirements in operation sheets, ERP manufacturing data, setup information, visual aids, and CNC programs; provides manufacturing input during product design and prototype work; and helps transition new products and methods into efficient production.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of CAD/CAM and strong knowledge of CNC programming.
Full understanding of manufacturing processes and the ability to apply manufacturing theories and concepts.
Typically, 1–2 years of directly related experience for a degreed incumbent.
For non-degreed employees, 5 years of varied machine-shop, toolmaking, CNC programming and machining, or other specialized manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and design manufacturing methods, processes, specifications, tooling, jigs, fixtures, and equipment modifications to support production schedules.
Plan factory machinery layouts, manufacturing sequences, material flow, and procedures for fabrication, assembly, and testing.
Plan and implement changes to part or material specifications, manufacturing methods, routing, and holding mechanisms.
Research advanced technologies and develop proposals for automation or redesigns that reduce manufacturing costs and improve efficiency.
Prepare cost estimates for process changes and estimate resulting savings; recommend or determine make-or-buy decisions.
Verify machine, equipment, and tool efficiency and performance, and investigate and initiate corrective action for production problems.
Document production operations through operation sheets, ERP routings, setup information, visual aids, and CNC programs.
Evaluate design and prototype schedule milestones, monitor costs, and ensure quality and serviceability are considered in design and manufacture.
Advise design engineers on producibility, manufacturing limitations, opportunities, and specification requirements; provide manufacturing input for the transition to production.
Program CNC machines using CAD/CAM, conversational, or manual methods.
Set up, prove out, and optimize part manufacturing on CNC machines.
Train manufacturing personnel in CNC programming and machine setup.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums and company-sponsored HSA contributions.
Dental and vision coverage.
Employee assistance, financial, and wellness programs.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, financial planning, and education options.
Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources.
Paid time off.
12 paid company holidays.
Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
Employee referral bonus program.
Pet insurance.