Production Engineer

Saronic Technologies•Franklin, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Engineer is essential in ensuring robust production support and facilitating the scaling of production processes. This role is responsible for integrating new and advanced technical methods seamlessly into the shipyard’s capabilities, supporting the transition from low-rate to high-volume production, and spearheading the adoption of new automated production assets and software enhancements. Will be required to work aloft (on scaffold or on manlifts) and in confined spaces. On site training is provided.

Requirements

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Responsibilities

Ensure strict adherence to paperwork and requirements for quality and compliance
Can work directly with software engineering team on buildout of shipyard/production management system
Own problem solving and disposition of production defects, drive root cause problem solving to impact yield and rework rates
Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and sketches to understand the specifications of a project
Create production processes in unstructured areas of our operational system
Support the shipyard’s transition from low-rate to high-volume production, identifying and implementing necessary changes in processes and infrastructure
Assist in work prioritization and triage during peak production periods to maintain workflow efficiency
Onboard new automated production assets, collaborating with software and manufacturing engineering to drive improvements in software products that support production processes
Initial major tasking will include leading and/or supporting translating all shipbuilding processes from anecdotal knowledge into a digital and scalable format
Follow all shipyard safety policies, including proper use of PPE, fire prevention, and confined space protocols
Assist in the training and development of other production engineers, as well as manufacturing engineers
Collaborate and communicate with welders, metal fitters, pipefitters, electricians, and other trades as required to complete vessel construction or repair and to maintain efficient work flows
Work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced ship production environment
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and represent Saronic professionally
Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals