Manufacturing Engineer (On-site Buffalo, NY)

API Heat Transfer•Town of Cheektowaga, NY

10d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

API Heat Transfer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their transforming organization. This role involves writing programs for CNC manufacturing equipment, creating shop routers, and developing/implementing cost-effective manufacturing processes. The engineer will also recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls, and be part of a new API focused on Lean Cultural Change.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
At least 2 years’ manufacturing experience with knowledge of machine tools.
Must be able to read drawings.
Proficient in computer assisted manufacturing (CAM).
Candidates must be willing to work on-site at our Buffalo location.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Create manufacturing parts routers and work instructions from engineering drawings and specifications.
Select equipment and establish processes and associated time standards to be employed during production.
Use CAD/CAM software to generate accurate and highly efficient programs for turning, drilling, milling, punching and burning operations.
Create nests for optimal utilization of burn tables.
Propose and implement manufacturing cost reduction and quality improvement ideas.
Provide feedback and recommended solutions to Engineering, Sales, and Costing departments on any identified issues or opportunities for improvement.
Work with suppliers and production personnel to analyze and select the most cost effective production speeds, feeds, tooling, jigs, fixtures and software to be used during production.
Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new products and train others as required.
Research, recommend and provide cost justification for various tools, machinery and equipment.
Analyze and plan work flow, space requirements and equipment layout.