Senior Weld Manufacturing Engineer

Manitou•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes and projects at the plant. You will respond to manufacturing issues to ensure products meet specifications and production schedules while using resources efficiently. The role reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and oversees production machinery design, recommending solutions to production problems involving materials, processes, and tooling. You will develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods; determine processes and materials; and design and build fixtures for efficient, cost-effective manufacturing. The role also establishes bills of material, manufacturing routings, machine burdens, and work centers; creates work instructions; designs production tools and machines; and supports equipment repairs, replacement, installation, and training. The position involves developing processes and production controls, implementing engineering change orders, studying production methods and times to establish standards and improve efficiency, and recommending process or pricing adjustments. You will work with customers, vendors, management, engineering, and other staff on product design, tooling, equipment, materials, production capabilities, schedules, and cost estimates. Engineering work must comply with company and manufacturing standards, engineering principles, customer requirements, and related specifications. This position is located in Madison, South Dakota, with no travel required. The base salary range is $70,000–$105,000 per year, with a potential annual bonus based on performance metrics. Actual pay is determined by experience, skills, qualifications, and work location. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Manufacturing.
At least three years of experience with process development and deployment, tooling design, fixturing, and workstation layout in a production environment.
Excellent mechanical aptitude, communication skills, and computer skills.
Ability to gather, manipulate, and analyze data.
Strong time-management skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess manufacturing equipment problems.
Extensive knowledge of production principles and techniques.
Proficiency with computer-aided drafting (CAD) software.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working at a desk and computer, and lift up to 30 pounds at times.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Three to five or more years of experience in fabrication and welding of construction and agricultural equipment.
Three years of experience as a manufacturing engineer.

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes.
Determine manufacturing processes and materials, and design and build fixtures for efficient, cost-effective production.
Establish bills of material, manufacturing routings, machine burdens, and new work centers.
Create work instructions for new products.
Design tools and machines used to manufacture products.
Review production equipment, hardware, and tooling and recommend repairs or replacement.
Oversee development of new processes, methods, and production controls.
Install new equipment, verify that it operates correctly, and train others to operate it.
Keep current with developing manufacturing technology, equipment, and applications; recommend and implement new technologies and processes.
Process internal engineering change orders and ensure changes are incorporated and become effective.
Study and record production time, motion, methods, and speed to establish standard production rates and improve efficiency.
Implement or recommend changes to production processes and recommend adjustments to product pricing.
Perform engineering activities in compliance with company and manufacturing standards, engineering principles, customer requirements, and specifications.
Confer with customers and engineering staff about product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
Confer with vendors about part specifications and recommend purchases of manufacturing equipment and materials.
Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs for management decisions.
Coordinate with management, engineering, and other staff on manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and related considerations.
Perform other duties as assigned.