Manufacturing Engineer

Advanced Technology Group•Westminster, CO

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing, improving, and optimizing forming and welding fabrication processes for highly engineered custom-made stainless-steel equipment. This position will support production teams by designing efficient workflows, implementing new technologies, creating tooling/fixtures, and ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
5+ years in a manufacturing engineering role, preferably in a customer fabrication environment.
Strong technical proficiency in blueprint reading, fabrication drawing interpretation, and manufacturing documentation.
Experience with CAD software
Strong working knowledge of processes such as welding, machining, cutting, bending, and forming
Experience implementing cobots/robotics in manufacturing is desirable
Experience with ERP systems
Familiarity with GD&T, tolerancing, and design for manufacturability principles
Strong problem solving / analytical skills
Knowledge of LEAN, Kaizen, Six Sigma or similar methodologies
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Ability to read and interpret requirements listed on purchase orders, flow downs, customer contracts or internal documents.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
MUST BE A US CITIZEN

Nice To Haves

Certification in LEAN / Six Sigma is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and refine welding and fabrication processes
Analyze current operations to identify improvements
Work closely with Director of Operations to implement LEAN manufacturing practices
Evaluate and recommend equipment, tooling, machining, technology, etc. to improve fabrication capabilities
Design and implement jigs / fixtures needed to support fabrication and assembly
Commission new machines into current fabrication flow
Provide technical guidance, training, and troubleshooting support
Collaborate with fabrication, quality, project management and engineering teams to resolve problems quickly
Create work instructions, SOPs, and training materials
Work closely with Engineering team to ensure manufacturability and clarity/accuracy of work instructions and travelers for custom gloveboxes
Review customer drawings / specifications and provide input / suggestions
Help manage change requests and document change requests
Work closely with Quality team to ensure conformity of customer requirements and specifications
Ensure compliance with industry codes, safety standards, and customer requirements
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for fabrication