Manufacturing Engineer

ALIGN PRECISION•North Plains, OR

17d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer conceives, investigates, evaluates, and recommends equipment, tooling, and processes to improve safety, reliability, and capacity while reducing costs. The role performs complex manufacturing and industrial engineering analysis, design, and assembly; investigates technical assignments; and provides technical assistance in establishing operating procedures and methods. It also conducts technical surveillance of product, design concepts, and specifications, evaluates engineering changes, and determines appropriate labor or equipment standards. The engineer uses systematic problem solving and data collection to address issues, reduce costs and downtime, and support manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include developing aircraft fabrication, assembly, and installation work instructions; evaluating and recommending manufacturing tools and equipment; supporting production and machinists; developing CNC programs; preparing quotes and lead-time estimates; and contributing to Lean Manufacturing and continuous-improvement efforts. The role also trains and works with engineers and planners, supports production-floor documentation, coordinates work priorities with customer schedules and engineering resources, and prepares reports, action plans, work instructions, and test procedures. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and requires minimal travel. Physical requirements include extended screen time, sitting, standing, walking, distinguishing colors, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Potentially long hours may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of experience, or a master’s degree with 0–2 years of experience.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment requiring effective multitasking.
CAM experience with Mastercam or Esprit.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing.
Knowledge of CNC controls and functions.
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner or develop alternative solutions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and the Windows operating system.
Ability to thrive in a changing, fast-paced, growing, and dynamic business.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to distinguish color.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Conceive, investigate, evaluate, and recommend equipment, tooling, and processes to improve safety, reliability, and capacity and reduce costs.
Perform complex analysis, design, and assembly related to manufacturing or industrial engineering projects.
Investigate technical manufacturing or industrial engineering assignments and provide technical assistance in establishing operating procedures and methods.
Conduct technical surveillance of product, design concepts, and specification requirements.
Evaluate engineering changes and determine labor or equipment standards needed to meet specifications.
Use systematic problem solving and data collection to identify and resolve problems, including cost and downtime reduction.
Lead or participate in health, safety, environmental, production, material control, Sig Sigma, and R&D project teams.
Write weekly activity and project reports, develop action plans, and generate work instructions, test procedures, and other production-support documentation.
Develop aircraft fabrication, assembly, and installation work instructions by evaluating engineering drawings, tool designs, process specifications, and equipment specifications.
Evaluate and recommend tools and equipment for manufacturing.
Perform root cause corrective action in support of manufacturing.
Train and work with other engineers and planners.
Prioritize and adjust workflow to meet customer needs.
Participate in and incorporate Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
Provide production-floor liaison support through work-instruction and manufacturing bill of materials modifications.
Monitor customer schedules and available engineering resources to align with schedule needs and delivery dates.
Evaluate new parts, define manufacturing strategies, develop quotes, and estimate lead times.
Develop and refine CNC programs for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis mills, and 2-axis, 3-axis, and full mill-turn lathes.
Work alongside machinists to launch jobs, troubleshoot issues, and keep production running efficiently.
Share knowledge, improve processes, and develop best practices through training and mentorship.
Identify issues, compile and review data, and implement long-term solutions.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.