Manufacturing Engineer

XP Power•High Bridge, NJ

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer will work directly with production operators and other key stake holders to facilitate various activities to improve the manufacturability, repeatability, and process controls related to XP Power’s HVHP products. The core responsibility of the Manufacturing Engineer is to support the larger team in expanding our current production capacity and capabilities to meet the needs of our customers, implement 6S LEAN methodologies, and improve quality through increased process efficiency and repeatability.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, depending on experience
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or 5-7 years of related work experience is preferred
Experience with Lean / Six Sigma and all associated methodologies
Experience working in a fast-paced environment and ability to meet strict customer-based deadlines
Proficient in using common desktop applications such as Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel
Ability to apply common sense understanding to execute requirements delivered in in various formats

Nice To Haves

Preferably related to high voltage power electronics or other complex electromechanical systems
Experience with IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001 and other power electronic manufacturing standards is a plus

Responsibilities

Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to design, commission, and continuously improve electro-mechanical assemblies, fixtures, processes, and procedures to efficiently and repeatably produce high quality HVHP products
Works closely with Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations Support day-to-day manufacturing operations and troubleshoot production issues
Coordinate and execute audits of Bill of Materials (BOMs) and assembly procedures to capture tribal knowledge and ensure all necessary materials are repeatably prepared for production
Validate production processes and verify execution of those processes on the production line
Assist in the routine maintenance of test equipment and other key manufacturing equipment
Fabricate and/or modify existing prototype components and fixtures for current production and New Product Introduction/Development (NPI/NPD) in collaboration with the Design Engineering team
Identify and implement manufacturing process improvements to improve productivity, efficiency, workmanship, and overall quality of the product
Utilize and enhance data systems to monitor and improve first pass yield using structured problem solving to identify root cause of failures and consistent process complications
Responsible to lead and support Continuous Improvement (CI) projects and Kaizen events to improve efficiency and reduce cost.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

Benefits

100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time Employee-only coverage; you share the cost of coverage for your dependents
Company Paid Bonus ( Percentage dependent on Company profitability and individual contributions )
Company 401(k) Match ( up to 6% )
Mental Health Benefits
Paid Time Off ( Accrued per pay period starting at 3 weeks per year )
13 Company Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off for Volunteer Work ( up to 8 hours per year )
Employer Paid Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Veterinary Pet Insurance
Company Social Events held throughout the year
A Friendly Culture Where People Collaborate and Strive for Excellence