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 position is based generally in an office environment, with shop-floor support and possible travel to customer sites or other facilities. Work conditions may vary by site. The role may involve overtime, including weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays. A valid driver’s license and clean driving abstract are required for travel between NCI facility locations and client offices as needed. Employees must complete required safety training and wear company-provided PPE when required.

Requirements

Engineering degree, technical qualification, or equivalent relevant experience in pump assembly, service, manufacturing support, or comparable rotating equipment.
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 work.
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, BOM structure, and document control and revision practices.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent accepted education and/or experience.
At least 3 years of experience.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving history for required travel.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including potentially lifting 25 (unit not specified).
Ability to complete required safety training and use 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; obtain required approvals before work proceeds.
Provide direct shop-floor support during critical operations.
Capture practical knowledge from experienced 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 and drawing requirements; 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.
Use a strong understanding of test instrumentation and control.
Apply knowledge of design and CAD drafting practices.
Interact with engineering teams, sales, and application groups to provide accurate technical information on manufacturing capabilities and shortfalls.
Travel to customer sites if requested by Engineering.