Manufacturing Engineer

Gentherm • Trenton, NJ

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Modine Manufacturing Company – Trenton is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop cost-effective manufacturing methods by analyzing existing processes and installations and evaluating efficient solutions to manufacturing problems. The role supports production, troubleshoots PLC-controlled equipment, improves manufacturing processes, and participates in the Modine Production System. Projects range from minor process changes to major mechanical or electrical equipment modifications, including equipment recommendation, installation, qualification, training, and release to production.

The Manufacturing Engineer works across Engineering and Production, supports production on all shifts when complex issues arise, and coordinates projects with corporate teams, vendors, contractors, and other resources. The position also helps identify improvements to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and equipment performance. Work is performed in both office and manufacturing environments and may involve interaction with operating equipment and mechanical and electrical systems.

Requirements

• Four-year engineering degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of CAD applications, preferably Solid Edge, and other computer-based software.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing operating systems and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and machine-control programs.
• Ability to work effectively with Production, Engineering, vendors, contractors, and other Modine resources.
• Ability to manage projects, evaluate alternatives, prepare cost information, and execute approved solutions.
• Complete FEMA training within the first 12 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical and Electrical Engineering knowledge.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience with Solid Edge or a comparable CAD application.
• Experience troubleshooting or modifying PLC programs and industrial equipment controls.
• Experience supporting equipment installation, startup, qualification, and operator training.

Responsibilities

• Work with Engineering and Production to establish effective manufacturing methods and keep the Manufacturing Engineering Manager informed of project status.
• Provide technical support to production on all shifts for complex manufacturing problems, including process changes and mechanical or electrical equipment modifications.
• Maintain practical knowledge of plant operating systems and mechanical equipment.
• Participate in the Modine Production System and support Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Investigate alternative project solutions, develop cost information, recommend solutions to management, and execute approved projects.
• Support major projects involving new equipment purchases or equipment transferred from another Modine facility.
• Coordinate project requirements with Corporate Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, outside vendors, and contractors as needed.
• Design equipment when necessary and specify equipment that meets manufacturing requirements.
• Troubleshoot machine-control programs and develop or modify PLC programs where needed.
• Prepare tool orders and material requisitions that clearly communicate requirements to vendors, the tool room, or other parties responsible for building or repairing tools.
• Develop awareness of new electrical control systems and mechanical technologies to improve processes and generate manufacturing cost savings.
• Contribute to equipment installation, setup, debugging, and implementation.
• Participate in safety and ergonomic reviews for new or modified equipment.
• Support equipment and process qualification where applicable.
• Develop or provide equipment training before release to production.
• Analyze processes and installations to identify efficient solutions to manufacturing problems.
• Identify and implement improvements to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and equipment performance.
• Support continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing principles and the Modine Production System.

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Health Savings Account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level