Manufacturing Technology Engineer I
About The Position
The Manufacturing Technology Engineer I partners with departments to gather technical proposals and design and develop complex Manufacturing Technology projects, primarily supporting manufacturing line processes. The role serves as a technical subject matter expert across the Niagara network, working with internal and external stakeholders on software architecture, statements of work, manufacturing software applications, enterprise-system integration, project pilots, and data analysis to justify broader deployments. The position requires up to 75% travel. The engineer designs, modifies, and deploys Manufacturing Technology solutions across multiple sites; supports systems that capture manufacturing process information; creates production dashboards and reports; analyzes data to identify opportunities; and develops operational business logic to reduce costs. The role also documents solutions for knowledge transfer, investigates equipment problems, supports asset and maintenance management systems, communicates project progress, and participates in strategic and tactical planning. Duties may change, and this description is not comprehensive.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment; experience may combine work experience and education.
- At least 2 years of experience in the position; experience may combine work experience and education.
- Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Strong exposure to Manufacturing Technologies, including MES, LMS, CMMS, automated data collection, visualization, manufacturing quality and efficiency, automated decision control, workflow, database applications, scheduling, and interfaces to ERP systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Projects, and Visio, among others.
- Proficiency with Oracle Business Systems, efficiency improvement analysis applications, and new system implementation and administration.
- Ability to translate data into recommendable actions for senior staff.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated, with a proven record of taking initiative; able to work with minimal supervision.
- Detail-oriented, with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to execute tasks in a dynamic, changing environment.
- Sound judgment and ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce.
- Ability to travel up to 75%.
Nice To Haves
- At least 4 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment; experience may combine work experience and education.
- At least 4 years of experience working in the position; experience may combine work experience and education.
- At least 2 years of experience managing people or projects; experience may combine work experience and education.
- Master's degree in manufacturing, Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Responsibilities
- Design, modify, and deploy Manufacturing Technology solutions across multiple sites.
- Specify hardware requirements and assist in designing software systems that capture process information, including OEE, FPY, scrap, rework, productivity, downtime, and predictive maintenance data.
- Identify potential problems with existing equipment and develop solutions adaptable to different engineering designs, applications, and process criteria.
- Create dashboards and reports presenting production data to plant staff and management.
- Use software tools to analyze data, model manufacturing opportunities, and develop new understanding.
- Develop business logic to respond to operational events and minimize their cost impact.
- Work with internal stakeholders to identify requirements and develop solutions that meet or exceed their needs.
- Create and organize documentation for Manufacturing Technology solutions to support knowledge transfer to Niagara manufacturing sites.
- Investigate equipment failures and difficult-to-diagnose faulty operations; make recommendations to engineers, suppliers, and customers.
- Engage customers to define the overall technical approach for Manufacturing Technology solutions.
- Maintain and continually update technical skills and knowledge.
- Assist in developing Asset Management Systems and Computerized Maintenance Management systems.
- Proactively report project progress against schedule.
- Participate in strategic and tactical planning sessions.
Benefits
- Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
- Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
- Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Health Savings Account with company match.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
- Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
- Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident plan.
- Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, and airport parking.
- Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
