Manufacturing Engineer

RFA Engineering•Chillicothe, IL

25d•$60,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

RFA Engineering is seeking an Entry to Experienced Level Manufacturing Engineer to become an integral part of their engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing facility. This is a full-time position with a full benefit package that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff supporting manufacturing operations associated with diesel and natural gas engines, powertrain systems, axles, drives, gears, torque converters, cast components, and off-highway construction and mining equipment. Work may include manufacturing process development, factory support, quality improvement, production readiness, APQP activities, supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives. The work will be highly collaborative with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and supplier teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Experience in manufacturing, production, process, or quality engineering.
Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
Experience solving production and quality issues.
Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, control plans, and root cause analysis.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Experience with engines, powertrain systems, castings, or heavy equipment manufacturing.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
Experience supporting new product launches and production readiness activities.
Background working with suppliers to improve quality and performance.
Familiarity with quality tools such as SPC and Six Sigma.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Support manufacturing and assembly operations for engines, powertrain systems, cast components, and off-highway equipment.
Participate in manufacturing process development, process improvement, and production readiness activities.
Support new product introduction and product launch activities.
Work with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supplier teams to resolve technical issues impacting production.
Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to improve quality, safety, delivery, and cost.
Support APQP activities, PFMEAs, control plans, and manufacturing validation efforts.
Analyze manufacturing data and identify opportunities for process improvements and waste reduction.
Support factory operations through troubleshooting and resolution of production concerns.
Collaborate with suppliers to improve component quality, manufacturability, and delivery performance.
Support quality improvement initiatives and product reliability activities.
Participate in continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Collaborate with other groups (Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Supplier Development, Operations, etc.) as necessary.
Travel to supplier or customer sites pending project need (up to ~10%).