Manufacturing Engineer

ZF Group•Marshall, IL

12d•$73,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

ZF Active Safety and Electronics US LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for its plant in Marshall, Illinois. The role supports the development and ongoing improvement of Printed Circuit Board Final Assembly processes, with a focus on quality, capacity, capability, cost, and sustained process performance. The engineer develops and evaluates equipment, materials, process requirements, specifications, and tooling, and supports new product launches through process setup and Design for Manufacturing reviews. The position leads process and technology improvements, conducts root cause analysis and designed experiments, develops documentation, and trains personnel on processes, materials, and equipment. It involves working independently on common engineering plans and equipment, completing mid- to large-scale projects, and applying sound engineering judgment with average supervision from a Principal Engineer and/or manager. Employees are expected to support ZF’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and zero defects. The expected annual base compensation is $73,000 to $90,000, with the specific amount depending on factors relevant to the position. ZF does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration-related support for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. ZF emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, equal employment opportunity, and reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field and at least 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience implementing and providing technical support for automated final assembly processes and equipment for Printed Circuit Board technologies.
Experience developing and executing designed experiments (DOE).
Team leadership and project management skills, with the ability to communicate and influence others.
Experience using problem-solving and decision-making tools.
Experience evaluating and selecting process materials such as adhesives, sealants, and coatings.
Experience supporting PFMEA and control plans.
Green Belt or Black Belt Six Sigma training with practical experience.
Experience with industrial controls such as PLCs and robotics.
Experience in equipment and process development, implementation, and support.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future visa sponsorship or immigration-related support.

Responsibilities

Develop and support Printed Circuit Board Final Assembly processes, analyzing and improving quality, capacity, and capability.
Conduct root cause analysis and process capability studies, and implement process controls to meet and sustain performance requirements.
Develop equipment, material, and process performance requirements; search for vendors and evaluate equipment for capability, quality, quantity, and cost.
Develop and conduct designed experiments (DOE) and capability studies; develop process specifications; and design and procure process tooling.
Develop process and equipment documentation and train personnel on new processes, materials, and equipment.
Provide technical support for new product launches, including establishing process recipes, procuring tooling, and performing Design for Manufacturing reviews to identify manufacturability improvements.
Lead new technology development, continuous improvement, and benchmarking.
Prepare and deliver periodic and special reports and presentations internally and to customers.
Read mechanical CAD drawings and apply understanding of GD&T drafting principles.
Complete mid- to large-scale projects in a timely manner.
Implement company goals individually and within a team structure.
Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment to adapt or modify them as needed.
Adhere to and promote ZF’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and zero defects.