Engineer Production 2

Daikin•Waller, TX

12d

About The Position

The Production Engineer 2 is responsible for the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, fabrication and assembly, cost-reduction initiatives, engineering changes, and introduction of new products. The role provides guidance and mentoring to technicians and operations support staff, and executes capital projects and significant activities requiring a multifunctional team. The Production Engineer is expected to be a team player, results oriented, dedicated to excellence, and committed to strong work ethics. The position applies practical knowledge typically gained through advanced education and work experience. It performs a range of mainly straightforward assignments independently under general supervision, addressing difficult but not typically complex problems. The engineer is encouraged to seek continuous improvements and may represent the team within the organization. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronics, or Systems Engineering. A Six Sigma certification is preferred. The posting calls for 3–5 years minimum experience in a production/manufacturing engineering role, with documented process design and implementation across multiple product families in an assembly HVAC environment preferred, or experience in the automotive or appliance industry. There are no people-management responsibilities. Travel may be required up to 20% for equipment run-off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronics, or Systems Engineering.
3–5 years minimum experience in a production/manufacturing engineer role.
Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing engineering theory, processes, and practice.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts, including Kaizen, value stream mapping, Kanban, demand flow technology, line balancing, and time studies.
Experience with PFMEAs, Process Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, DFA/DFM, operator instructions, and engineering change processes.
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and coach technicians and others on manufacturing core skills.
Software skills including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), AutoCAD, and Mapics.
Effective analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to guide and mentor less experienced Production Engineers and Production Engineer Technicians.
Ability to understand complete processes and alternate methods, as well as products and how they function.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak technically for the team.
Ability to apply good judgment, strong work ethics, and integrity on the job.
Ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to travel up to 20% for equipment run-off.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including potentially lifting, carrying, or moving up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma certification.
Experience with fabrication or stamping of aluminum or steel parts, tooling, molding, finishing, tubing fabrication, paint, assembly/manufacturing processes, and/or controls.
Knowledge of specifications and standards used in the HVAC industry.
Documented process design and implementation across multiple product families in an assembly HVAC environment, or experience in the automotive or appliance industry.

Responsibilities

Establish continuous improvement goals and execute action plans.
Use lean manufacturing capabilities to identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvement, workflow improvement, estimating, project analysis, technology development, and strengthening core manufacturing skills.
Support design of experiments (DOE), 8D problem solving, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Kaizen implementation.
Work with Design Engineers to revise and sustain HVAC product machines and tooling designs using mechanical engineering principles.
Provide manufacturing technical support to Design Project teams.
Document product designs by preparing cost analyses and reviewing drawings and engineering change requests.
Assist with redesigning internal components to improve long-term system quality and efficiency and reduce cost.
Develop engineering solutions to product-related issues using problem-solving and root-cause analysis techniques.
Participate in cross-functional teams to launch product or assembly-line modifications, resolve issues, and support product improvements.
Define, plan, and promote activities, including project work, while managing the process and its evolution.
Coordinate project work within the department and with other departments to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Develop and manage project schedules for existing product or assembly-line launches and design modifications.
Develop suppliers for manufacturing equipment and key suppliers, and promote continuous improvement in equipment uptime, efficiency, and quality.
Provide guidance to technicians and support staff, and coach technicians and others on proper manufacturing core skills.
Participate in additional projects and perform duties to support ongoing business needs and day-to-day issues.