Principal Manufacturing Engineer

JTEKT North America • Knoxville, TN

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide technical support for continuous improvement of plant operations and the execution of new/modified programs.

Requirements

• Proficiency in multiple types of CNC controls, tooling geometry, machine tool process and fixture design and/or Proficiency with automated, semi-automated, and manual automotive assembly equipment and cell design.
• Sound understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical circuits and controls.
• Strong organizational skills, able to work well under pressure and manage several tasks simultaneously
• Basic knowledge of applicable quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems.
• BS in Engineering (ME or EE preferred) plus minimum 9 yrs experience in metal removal and/or close tolerance assembly manufacturing.
• Able to walk approximately 3 – 7 miles per day
• Perform repetitive motions while walking or standing
• Stand/walk for duration of shift
• Visually check for minute details when performing quality checks, detect color
• Able to lift 35 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• PLC programming experience and robot programming/cell design experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Directly support manufacturing continuous improvement activities.
• Recommend and assist in creation of effective set-up and maintenance procedures.
• Design and execute trials to reduce cost: scrap reduction, cycle time reduction, Gentani, and short stop reduction.
• Assist in training and development of less experienced engineering team members.
• Advise/Lead teams in new program manufacturing process design and equipment specification.
• Provide guidance and leadership for M.E. teams executing new/modified programs from ITO to SOP.
• Plan and execute process development trials to achieve process capabilities required.
• Support manufacturing improvement and Kaizen teams.
• Work daily overtime and Saturdays and/or Sundays when directed by immediate supervisor or, as necessary, to complete essential job duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned to achieve departmental objectives provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees