Manufacturing Engineer

Humanetics•Huron, OH

11h

About The Position

Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes in industrial plant by performing the following duties. This role involves identifying opportunities for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction. The engineer will develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes, and implement strategies to enhance safety, quality, and productivity to meet continuous improvement targets. Responsibilities include analyzing workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designing equipment layouts. The role also involves conferring with vendors, estimating production costs, writing programs, designing fixtures and tooling, and maintaining documentation. A hands-on mentality with a proactive approach to problem-solving is essential. The engineer will also identify and address manufacturing risks, define part inspection processes, and work to increase productivity and competitiveness while meeting cost and schedule commitments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in electronic controls engineering, with hands-on experience in designing and troubleshooting electronic circuits and control systems.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting wiring schematics.
Solid understanding of network technology, including Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and IP protocols.
Experience in software flashing/commissioning of microcontrollers, preferably in embedded systems.
Strong system debugging skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex electrical and software issues.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration within teams and with stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a dynamic work environment.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on mentality with a proactive approach to problem-solving and project execution.
A willingness to travel occasionally for business purposes.

Responsibilities

Identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction within the manufacturing process.
Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods and processes.
Implement strategies to enhance safety, quality, and productivity to meet continuous improvement targets.
Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment, fixtures, tooling, and workspace for maximum efficiency.
Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
Write programs, product routings, design fixtures and tooling.
Maintain accurate documentation of manufacturing processes, equipment specifications, and project status.
Generate reports for management and project stakeholders.
Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
Identify and address potential manufacturing risks and provide solutions to mitigate them.
Define and establish part inspection processes that are cost effective and meet all quality requirements.
Change and improve processes to increase productivity and competitiveness.
Meet cost and schedule commitments while maintaining the utmost standards for quality.
Promote a spirit of cooperation and follow company policies.
Other duties as assigned.