Manufacturing Engineer

Challenge Manufacturing•Northlake, TX

35d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. The role recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods, and controls, and coordinates manufacturing launches for new or revised products. Key priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management, and employee training. This position is based at the company’s plant in Northlake, Texas, and works first shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional early starts, late finishes, or weekend work may be required to meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from a four-year college or university in engineering (such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering), or equivalent experience and demonstrated knowledge.
Automated assembly experience.
Cell layout experience.
MS Office experience.
BIW product understanding and experience.
Sheet metal fabrication and assembly experience.
AutoCAD experience.
Plexus experience.
Process improvement skills.
Lean manufacturing knowledge.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Product dimensional data analysis skills.
Previous GD&T knowledge.
Interpersonal skills to work with others.
High standards of performance, accountability, thoroughness, accuracy, reliability, honesty, and integrity.
Ability to resolve conflict objectively and constructively, use feedback to improve, and collaborate with others.
Ability to work with urgency, maintain relevant job knowledge and skills, adapt constructively to change, and manage work time responsibly.

Responsibilities

Research, design, and develop manufacturing processes, including production flow, assembly methods, and production equipment.
Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.
Coordinate manufacturing launches for new or revised products, including establishing goals, training team members, and evaluating results.
Design, develop, test, or source tools, machinery, and equipment, and cost-justify recommended manufacturing methods.
Create and maintain job element sheets and standard work sheets.
Perform product and process analysis to reduce costs and improve quality and efficiency.
Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
Lead and support lean manufacturing initiatives, including cost reductions and productivity improvements.
Move within or between work areas to support plant flow.
Work collaboratively, share information and knowledge, and maintain effective working relationships.