Manufacturing Engineer

Emerson•Marshalltown, IA

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

Emerson is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to work out of facilities in Marshalltown, IA, Gonzalez, LA, or Pasadena, TX. This position will collaborate with manufacturing engineering and operations teams to design and implement processes and tools that support Safety, Service Levels, and operational efficiency goals across five North America Rapid Response Centers. The role involves developing manufacturing procedures, processes, and best practices for standardized work, creating CNC programs using CAM software, and developing controlled documentation for machine setups. The engineer will also assist operators with machining challenges, evaluate operational systems for efficiency improvements, facilitate root cause analysis, and plan maintenance schedules. Collaboration with the North America Factory Automation Leader on new project developments, including Intelligent Automation, is expected. The role also includes contributing to a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), developing equipment and workflow layouts, analyzing performance metrics, managing project plans, and supporting safety, quality, and sustainability initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in relevant Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience using CAD, CAM, data analysis programs, and related software.

Nice To Haves

Proficient with CAD and CAM software (Edgecam, SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
Experience with CNC programming multi-axis CNC milling and lathe turning machines.
Familiar with Fanuc, Siemens, and Mazak machine tool controllers.
Evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and machinery.
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Functional gauging and measuring instruments.
Manufacturing Execution Systems and / or other production, material, and capacity planning software.
Computerized Maintenance Management System and / or other asset management software or database.

Responsibilities

Develop manufacturing procedures, processes, and best practices to implement standardized work across the network.
Develop fair and equitable time estimates for machine process routings.
Use CAM software to create CNC programs for machine tools, lathes, and milling machines.
Create controlled documentation for machine setups.
Assist machine operators with day-to-day machining, tooling, and work-holding challenges.
Evaluate operational systems and facility infrastructure to ascertain and improve operational efficiencies.
Facilitate root cause analysis and problem-solving teams to implement changes that will drive sustained performance improvement.
Plan and coordinate infrastructure and equipment maintenance schedules and activities.
Collaborate with the North America Factory Automation Leader on new project developments, to drive initiatives and improvements with innovation and new process technologies, including Intelligent Automation.
Contribute to the design, development, and support for a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Develop detailed layouts for equipment, processes, and workflow, and apply continuous improvement methods.
Analyze performance and quality metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
Develop and manage project plans with cross-functional teams.
Support Emerson safety and quality program compliance.
Support commitment to Sustainability by implementing sustainable manufacturing processes or products.