Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Allison Transmission•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer position develops and implements optimal, cost-effective assembly processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launches for new or revised products; with the manufacturing manager to ensure standards for manufacturing are maintained. Responsible for the monitoring and maintenance of technical aspects of the assembly process, the design and/or validation of equipment, and planning the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant. Design of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the assembly equipment. Development of process documentation, including process stack sheets, process routings, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans. Analysis of proposals for new machinery and equipment. Lead the tryout and evaluation of new machinery and equipment. Provide technical support to plant operations. Develop and implement major Capital Appropriations Projects. Development of cost estimates for new and major programs, often working from early concept cross sections, concept drawings, concurrent engineering discussions, and evolving assumptions. Provides a physical presence in the workplace. Positions involve the design, procurement, qualification and launch of assembly systems in a high-volume production setting Support of production systems to include continuous improvement, updates to existing equipment to maintain serviceability High level of understanding and experience with torqueing systems, electrical and hydraulic press applications, automatic assembly, error-proofing, vision systems, and robotic applications

Requirements

High level of analytical ability
Good written and oral communication skills, including regular and effective communication across functions and with Senior Management
The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including work with Senior Management
The ability to work independently, and to coach and mentor others
The ability to consider business impact beyond a specific functional area
The ability to provide relevant, essential technical guidance to support Senior Management
CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD)
Strong computer skills, including MS Office
An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Expertise in at least one of the following area(s): Assembly
An understanding of machine tool specifications, construction and maintenance, including the ability to document this knowledge in RFQ packages and Best Practice documents, and to participate in specification revisions
Bachelor’s degree: Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology, Robotics Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, or equivalent work experience required
Minimum of 5+ years' experience required
Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gages, and the ability to improve and document our methods for completing these tasks

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with QS and TS quality systems requirements
An understanding of lean manufacturing concepts
Specific specialized skills, including CNC programming, CMM programming, nutrunner programming, robotic programming, ladder logic, etc
An understanding of transmission fundamentals
Formal problem-solving training
Experience in working effectively with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment
Experience in a manufacturing environment in a non-US location, including mentoring and training of non-US persons
Experience in implementation of major production launches (entire production lines or plants)
Highly proficient professional role: Requires a strong grasp on the concepts related to the professional field
No direct management responsibilities
Frequently interacts with leadership up direct management chain and direct team members
Occasionally interacts with peers within broader function or across functions
Fully seasoned professional/technical level
Works on problems of diverse scope
Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Individual contributor or may coordinate and supervise activities of non-exempt/hourly workers
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
Work typically impacts direct peers, supervisors, cross functional partners and projects they may lead

Responsibilities

Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective assembly processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards
Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls
Coordinates manufacturing launches for new or revised products
Monitors and maintains technical aspects of the assembly process
Designs and/or validates equipment
Plans the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant
Designs manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the assembly equipment
Develops process documentation, including process stack sheets, process routings, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans
Analyzes proposals for new machinery and equipment
Leads the tryout and evaluation of new machinery and equipment
Provides technical support to plant operations
Develops and implements major Capital Appropriations Projects
Develops cost estimates for new and major programs

Benefits

Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program