Manufacturing Engineer

Montana Precision Products•Butte, MT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Montana Precision Products (MPP) is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. This role involves the development and introduction of new products into manufacturing processes, as well as the continuous improvement of existing processes. The Manufacturing Engineer will work with limited supervision, interacting directly with customers and vendors, and providing technical and project leadership. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of assigned manufacturing processes and products, New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, and other projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or equivalent technical training and relevant experience
CAD experience or the capability to analyze geometry through the use of CAD programs.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Access, Power Point, etc.)
Ability to read/write/speak English
Strong organizational habits and attention to detail are a necessity to succeed in this role

Nice To Haves

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Experience with bellows manufacturing
Experience with aerospace quality systems
Makes decisions based on experience and available data
Highly self-motivated with extreme attention to detail
Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams

Responsibilities

Reads, interprets, prepares, and/or revises blueprints; schematics; drawings; CAD models; manufacturing, inspection, and other technical specifications and applies them within manufacturing and quality processes.
Assesses customer requirements, prepares cost estimating and submits quotations for new product. Researches tooling design, equipment capabilities, and manufacturing processes to determine a best fit solution for new product development.
Responsible for process set-up for new product as well as cost and losses reductions on assigned existing product and processes.
Analyzes problems with processes and product, makes decisions on proper actions to be taken for correction. Executes solutions effectively.
May prepare and present First Article Inspection reports and any other necessary product or process review and reporting.
Interacts with customers and suppliers on technical and program matters.
Makes recommendations for design for manufacturability, cost, or process improvements or expanded capabilities including substantiating strategy on new or existing products.
Provides process and equipment design, control, analysis, and continued improvement for responsible processes and product in accordance with Quality Management System procedures and customer specifications.
Manages personal timetables and project status for various and concurrent projects to assure milestones and completion dates are achieved.
Assists in planning and coordination within the associated manufacturing area.
Supports process reviews, revisions, and training on necessary changes within areas of responsibility.