Press Manufacturing Engineer- Fairfax

GM•Kansas City, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of a 2-year Press Manufacturing Engineer Development Program designed to prepare individuals for the position of Press Manufacturing Engineer. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of press mechanics, maintenance, and repair. The program aims to develop skills in leading teams to maintain and repair presses, as well as to innovate and improve equipment and processes. The focus will be on optimizing the safety and quality of press maintenance to enhance equipment performance and reliability. This role is primarily a day shift position but may require work on other shifts during equipment failures, training, or management assistance. Significant overtime may be required during equipment failures. The role involves close collaboration with plant tradespeople, plant leaders, the headquarters press engineering group, suppliers, and controls engineers to problem-solve, implement improvements, and share best practices across facilities. Strong technical judgment and hands-on problem-solving abilities are essential.

Requirements

1+ years experience in a Press related Manufacturing environment or related experience
Knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Understanding of engineering theory, manufacturing methods, and equipment operation principles.
Proficiency with Microsoft tools.
Experience using CAD and engineering systems.
Strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations.
High level of integrity and ability to work independently as well as with teams.
Ability to travel 25% of the time
Ability to work any shift

Nice To Haves

Bachelors of Science in Engineering preferred.
Experience developing and maintaining machinery.
Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting industrial machinery or automation systems.

Responsibilities

Partner with controls engineering, IT, suppliers, and HQ press group to maintain/repair stamping presses/equipment.
Analyze existing systems to identify opportunities for improving accuracy, reliability, speed, and overall performance.
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for press and automation system issues.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues involving equipment, machinery, and automation systems.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
Develop and maintain technical documentation related to equipment.
Support training for production and plant personnel on the operation and maintenance of press and automation systems.
Work with internal partners and external suppliers to implement cost reduction strategies and manufacturing improvements.