Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Magna International•Duncan, SC

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About The Position

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer supports manufacturing by resolving production issues and providing the engineering tools and support needed to introduce new products and processes. The role leads process design to determine product flow through manufacturing cells, establishes resource requirements and material flow using industrial engineering techniques and company standards, and identifies ways to reduce inefficiencies and manufacturing costs. The engineer performs Design of Experiment (DOE) analysis to optimize operating parameters and cell efficiency, and monitors project objectives, costs, and timelines. This senior-level role involves complex work, independent problem solving, substantial latitude in setting project approaches, and responsibility for large projects. It provides work direction and direct supervision to Manufacturing Engineers, and mentors and trains them. The role also selects, designs, installs, and modifies equipment and fixtures for new product launches and existing products; oversees implementation of new materials and processes; and develops technical plans to address future business needs. The position requires compliance with company and business-group safety standards, procedures, policies, work instructions, and standards. It includes taking action to correct unsafe conditions and supporting continuous improvement. Physical requirements include lifting up to 35 pounds as needed and standing, walking, bending, and sitting for extended periods.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Ten years of experience in engineering or a related field, or equivalent.
Previous leadership experience.
Heavy automation and automotive experience.
Strong communication skills for working with internal and external functional areas.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to influence project decisions and maintain productive working relationships.
Current technical knowledge of machine design and/or equipment engineering as applicable to the role.
Strong understanding of controls and ability to integrate controls into process equipment.
Thorough knowledge of materials and machine dynamics.
Ability to analyze problems and develop appropriate troubleshooting solutions.
Demonstrated leadership in managing programs to meet goals, including successful program launches.
Ability to handle broad, long-term assignments with originality and ingenuity, and work independently with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decisions.
Ability to develop long-term technical strategies and plans.
Ability to lead and manage several large, complex projects simultaneously, including prior project financial responsibilities.
Ability to lead and motivate others through support and training, and manage staff toward departmental goals.
Ability to research, recommend, present, and oversee implementation of new materials and processes.
Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing and other current manufacturing-engineering techniques.
Broad familiarity with technologies, products, customers, and programs.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds as needed; stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods; meet proper vision requirements; and remain alert to surroundings.

Responsibilities

Provide work direction and direct supervision to Manufacturing Engineers.
Mentor and train Manufacturing Engineers.
Provide manufacturing with tools and technical engineering support to implement new products and processes into production.
Select, design, install, and modify equipment and fixtures for new product launches and existing products.
Support manufacturing in resolving production issues through ongoing manufacturing engineering support.
Lead process design to determine product flow through manufacturing cells using current engineering and continuous improvement techniques.
Establish resource requirements, material flow, and optimum cell configuration using industrial engineering techniques and internal company standards.
Analyze product structures and processes to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs.
Perform DOE analysis to determine optimum operating parameters and improve cell processing time, quality, and cost.
Monitor and control assigned project objectives and costs, and establish program timelines.
Research, recommend, and oversee implementation of new materials, processes, and other technical opportunities; present information and champion innovation.
Develop long-term technical strategies and plans to meet future business needs and growth opportunities.
Manage staff toward departmental goals and lead complex projects, including program financial responsibilities.
Ensure company and business-group safety standards and procedures are followed; promptly address and report unsafe conditions and incidents.
Follow existing Magna policies, procedures, work instructions, and standards, and recommend continuous improvements.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.