Manufacturing Process Engineer II

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries•North Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The Manufacturing Process Engineer II owns the assembly methods and manufacturing documentation used to build pumps and provides technical oversight on the shop floor. The role translates engineering drawings and practical pump knowledge into clear work instructions, controlled build records, and defined hold points. Working closely with Project, Quality, Design Engineering, and the Test Engineer, this person supports assigned builds from preparation through assembly and test readiness. The role develops and maintains assembly procedures, work instructions, build travelers, checklists, and inspection records in the controlled document system. It supports critical assembly operations, helps ensure approvals and traceable records are in place, trains assemblers, coordinates resolution of unclear or unmet requirements, and works with the Test Engineer on readiness and build-related findings. The position also supports approved improvements to tooling, assembly sequences, and work methods, while following applicable cleanliness and handling procedures for cryogenic and oxygen-service builds. The job is generally performed in an office environment, but may involve work in production or at client offices or industrial/construction job sites. Travel to customer sites may be requested by Engineering. The employee may need to work overtime, including weekdays, weekends, nights, or holidays, as workload dictates. A valid driver’s license and clean driving history are required for travel between company facilities and client offices. Required PPE is provided by Nikkiso and must be worn when needed.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a technical qualification or equivalent relevant experience in pump assembly, service, manufacturing support, or comparable rotating equipment.
At least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Demonstrated understanding of pumps, mechanical seals, bearings, fits, clearances, and assembly practices.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and bills of materials.
Practical experience using dimensional inspection tools and documenting measurements and assembly information.
Ability to write clear technical instructions, maintain controlled records, train personnel, and take ownership of issues through resolution.
Ability to work effectively across Engineering, Production, Quality, and Testing.
Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS, including creating models, assemblies, and drawings.
Knowledge of drafting standards and GD&T.
Awareness of manufacturing methods.
Knowledge of engineering drawing interpretation and BOM structure.
Knowledge of document control and revision practices.
Strong understanding of test instrumentation and control.
Strong knowledge of design and CAD drafting practice.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to lift 25 pounds may be required.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving history for required travel.
Compliance with applicable safety requirements and use of required PPE.

Responsibilities

Review drawings, bills of materials, tooling, assembly instructions, and inspection requirements before builds; identify missing or unclear information and coordinate resolution before affected work begins.
Develop, maintain, and implement assembly procedures, work instructions, build travelers, checklists, and inspection records in the controlled document system.
Define critical assembly steps and propose hold points, acceptance criteria, required measurements, and signoffs with Design Engineering and Quality.
Ensure required approvals are obtained before work proceeds.
Provide direct shop-floor support during critical operations.
Capture practical knowledge from assemblers, service personnel, engineers, and suppliers, and incorporate it into approved procedures and training.
Coordinate investigation and disposition of assembly issues; pause affected work when requirements are unclear or unmet and obtain authorized resolution before resuming.
Train and coach assemblers on approved methods, drawing requirements, and build practices.
Verify records are completed as work occurs and remain traceable to the pump.
Work with the Test Engineer to establish assembly readiness for testing, investigate build-related findings, and implement approved manufacturing improvements.
Improve tooling, assembly sequence, and work methods to reduce recurring errors.
Follow applicable cleanliness and handling procedures for cryogenic and oxygen-service builds.
Communicate with vendors and clients.
Provide accurate technical information about manufacturing capabilities and shortfalls to Engineering, Sales, and Application groups.
Travel to customer sites if requested by Engineering.
Comply with required safety training and use Nikkiso-provided PPE as needed.