Manufacturing Engineer

CAT I MANUFACTURING INC • South Elgin, IL

40d • $65,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Cat-i Glass is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to make improvements to existing and developing processes in a fast-paced production setting. The role focuses on process improvement and standardization, automation design and implementation, acquiring and qualifying new machinery, production support, and training, with the aim of improving production rates and yields and reducing setup times.

The engineer will apply Lean principles and practical engineering fundamentals to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost. The role involves designing and building engineered components, fixtures, tooling, machinery, and small automated systems; collaborating with other engineers on new machinery and automation; training production and maintenance staff; coordinating across departments; and supporting designated production processes. The position is based at the South Elgin, Illinois headquarters and is a full-time, day-shift role.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent engineering degree.
• Required experience with 2D and 3D CAD.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and Lean manufacturing.
• Basic knowledge of industrial machine components, including sensors, pneumatic cylinders, motors, servos, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Ability to work on foot in a fast-paced, open-air manufacturing environment.
• Frequently stand, walk, and stoop; regularly lift, push, and/or move over 30 pounds.
• Vision abilities including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly perform tasks involving standing and sitting; using hands to finger, handle, or feel; reaching with hands and arms; and talking or hearing, repetitively.

Nice To Haves

• Autodesk Fusion 360 experience.
• Structured text and/or ladder logic PLC programming experience.
• Three or more years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost using Lean principles and practical engineering fundamentals.
• Independently analyze, design, and build custom engineered components, fixtures, tooling, machinery, or small automated systems to improve manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers to specify, acquire, and implement new machinery and automation.
• Train production supervisors, operators, and maintenance technicians on new or modified machinery and processes.
• Communicate across departments and work with department leads on manufacturing improvements.
• Provide essential support to designated production departments and processes.

What This Job Offers

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