Manufacturing Engineer

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC • Sioux Falls, SD

33d • $70,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

DwyerOmega is seeking an experienced “hands-on” Manufacturing Engineer to be a key team member within the Operations team. The candidate must have a proven track record of engineering support within a manufacturing operations environment and possess excellent “hands-on” mechanical and organizational skills. This role requires at least 1 year of related work experience, with demonstrated experience in manufacturing process optimization, machining, LEAN manufacturing practices, and project management.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year working experience in a manufacturing function.
• BS degree or equivalent in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Hands-on Production experience.
• Well versed with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with process improvement.
• Good written and oral communication.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, blueprints, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively with co-workers, supervision, and other employees within the organization.
• Good project management skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, & SolidWorks or similar CAD design software.
• Ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, and written / verbal instructions with no supervision.
• Ability to verify parts using quality measuring devices.
• Ability to perform calculations to assure accuracy of production requirements.
• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Needs to interpret written and verbal instructions including the use of schedules.
• Ability to frequently lift 10 lbs (4.5 kg) and occasionally be able to lift up to 50 lbs (27.2kg).
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Able to lean and have dexterity to handle tools and parts.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Position also requires occasionally sitting, stooping, kneeling.
• Need ability to hear and be aware of surrounding area.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with assembly processes, machining processes and Welding. Brazing, and/or Soldering experience a plus.
• Lean/Six Sigma Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, specify, procure, certify, and implement into production; safe, high-quality, cost-effective equipment and processes.
• Partner with Lean/CI team to develop manufacturing processes and standard work that improve output, reduce defects, improve product quality and reliability.
• Benchmark best manufacturing practices and assembly techniques. Introduce and implement new and enhanced processes and flows that improve quality, reduce cycle time, and reduce cost.
• Work with CNC programming/supervision team to support improved OEE and schedule attainment performance.
• Provide functional ownership of item routings, work instructions, and process flow documentation.
• Support new product development, driving Design for Manufacturing/Assembly objectives.
• Support production equipment and processes as required to ensure optimal performance.
• Act as operations lead on New Production Introductions and Design Changes (ECN/ECR).
• Create efficient production processes to build and ship custom configured products within market lead-time.
• Review drawings, blueprints, sketches, manuals, or sample parts to determine appropriate manufacturing process. Create drawings in SolidWorks or similar.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Create/Update information for creation of BOMs/Routings in ERP.
• Support Quality team on investigation and corrective action for product quality issues.
• Work with cross-functional teams and drive results.
• Support other job functions (logistics, warehouse, technical sales, instrumentation) within a small team structure.

Benefits

• Transparent and equitable pay.
• Good-faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity.
• Open discussion about compensation throughout the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

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