Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
Manufacturing engineer
provides guidance in the development of manufacturing processes, validation and product specifications, including material specifications, assembly drawings, tooling and manufacturing documentation.
Manufacturing Engineer Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective manufacturing engineer job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included manufacturing engineer job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Support and analyze present tooling and make recommendations to replace or rebuild such tooling with other types of materials or designs to improve or prolong tool life
Support new model launches on-site at assembly plants (Canada, Mexico & US) for extended periods.During launches, the position will require extensive standing and walking in a plant environment
Follow the entire build/purchase of machining / assembly equipment and fixtures from purchase order to PPAP and into production
Coaching of teams on lean manufacturing concepts and implementation of same towards continuous improvement
Support new model launches at the Kansas City Assembly Plant
Provides mathematical/data driven analysis for effective decision making and input into process improvement methodologies, resource allocation, system design, materials management and other production issues
Lead projects for the Assembly Production Team in resolution of customer complaints, scrap reductions, efficiency problems, rate improvements, process deviations, sample runs, cost reduction projects and Preventative Maintenance Program
Creating and improve manufacturing process documents, including SWS, PFMEA, control plan, flow chart
Quality, safety issue support, involved in RCCA process, manufacturing process safety/quality issue solving
To participate in and support NPI & RUR process
Manufacturing Engineer Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Manufacturing Engineer
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ASQ, LV, ABCL, SPC, ISO, ACE, PMP, ISO9001, EIT, UL
Education for Manufacturing Engineer
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the manufacturing engineer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Science, Mechanical Engineering, Technical, Technology, Math, Education, Industrial
Skills for Manufacturing Engineer
Desired skills for manufacturing engineer include:
Product design
Tooling
Assembly
Materials
Manufacturing processes
Fabrication
Manufacturing concepts
Quality control standards
Lean Manufacturing
Fabrication processes
Desired experience for manufacturing engineer includes:
Manage manufacturing process/equipment project, time and cost management to align with MCP
Communication with UK ME team for information sharing, project conduct and process improvement
Develop new processes/technologies, to deliver positive result through great team work with engineering, quality and production team
Whole project schedule control from process engineering
Demonstrated leadership abilities in managing programs to meet goals
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engr
Manufacturing Engineer Examples
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Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of manufacturing engineer. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer
- Participate in developing strategic manufacturing processes
- Support the Filters Fiber Production Area and the Filters Final Assembly Area
- Participate in and/or lead technical teams as required
- Provide input to divisional management and participate in the development of business unit strategic plans
- Constraint identification and development of corrective action plan
- Benchmarking of similar operations and driving standardization
- Interfacing daily with plant teams to resolve issues
- Implementation of SMED concepts to improve changeover times
- Performing direct labor studies using MODAPTS and ergonomic analysis tools
- Efficient planning and utilization of Capital
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer
- University or technical school degree in a Manufacturing Engineering-related degree
- Ability to prepare and conduct communications presentations on PowerPoint
- JIT Seating experience preferred
- 6 years supply chain and manufacturing experience
- Technical degree (BSEE, BSIE, BSME) or equivalent
- OEM/ODM manufacturing technology experience
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Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a manufacturing engineer. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer
- Develop and prepare complete manufacturing processes for product hardware of above average complexity in order to meet/exceed the departmental goals of L.U., MPS, and scrap and lead time
- Design and implement cutting tools, fixtures, and gages for manufacturing and assembly operations
- Work on continuous improvement projects that support Eaton’s Lean Manufacturing and Cost Out methodologies
- Helps define, specify and communicate expectations for quality outcomes through the creation of standard work, quality specifications, and work instructions
- Ability to assess risks/issues and make decisions, acting with a sense of urgency
- Use formal problem solving techniques to identify and resolve complex problems
- Prepare capital project requests and manage their implementation
- Assist purchasing and quality Assurance in qualifying new vendors, as needed
- Research, evaluate, justify, and recommend capital equipment for operations
- Develop and/or maintain all process documentation
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer
- Experience in machining process lathe, grinding
- Proficient knowledge in CMM and metrology
- Machine set-up and programing experience
- Tool & Die experience preferred
- Ability to travel in support of job function (plants, customers, suppliers )
- Ability to lead teams, 8-D’s, Kaizen
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Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a manufacturing engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer
- Design, purchase, and install equipment, fixtures, specialty assembly tools, product lift assists and storage devices
- Develop manufacturing processes for new products
- Ensure required equipment, tooling, testing and controls are fulfilled per customer specific requirements
- Complete and submit quotes to customers identifying labor, material, equipment, tooling, and lead times ensuring accurate job labor / product costs
- Manage large, complex cross functional capital projects
- Lead the implementation of plans, actions and measurements to achieve goals and objectives
- Lead the development and implementation of strategies for health, safety and environmental matters, and understand the impact of regulatory compliance issues
- Manage outside resources including contractors, equipment vendors, and supply vendors for assigned projects
- Lead the definition of equipment engineered rates
- Provide leadership, coaching and training to less experience engineers
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer
- Must be proficient in MS Office, MS Project, AutoCad, and SolidWorks
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a technical discipline from an accredited university
- 5 - 8 years experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role
- Proficiency with Creo and/or SolidWorks preferred
- Knowledge of material handling and work measurement
- Minimum 5 years of experience as Manufacturing Engineer
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Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a manufacturing engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer
- Provide training to new hire production personnel
- Support new program development and ‘Design for Manufacturability’ reviews
- Participate in the procurement and start-up of new capital equipment
- Maintain existing and create new CMM programs
- Recommends new or improved cutting tools
- Develop processes for the NVH and balance testing of front and rear axles
- Maintain Schedules and department budgets for on time delivery of end of line test equipment
- Coordinate with machine suppliers to maintain build schedules for on-time delivery
- Coordinate with internal resource to procure parts for machine run-off
- Coordinate and chair meetings with internal and external team members
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer
- Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds occasionally, frequent lifting of 10-20 pounds
- Minimum 1 year experience working in Industrial or Manufacturing setting
- Ability to read and understand technical Drawings & Schematics
- Ability to analyze product flow & part movement
- 3+ years of experience w/start ups or new product launches
- BS or MS in Engineering or related field
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Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a manufacturing engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer
- Introduce new products, processes, and equipment to the production lines
- Prepare technical documentation for processes and equipment
- Lead improvement projects to cover productivity, quality, and health & safety according to project management good practices
- Prepare technical specifications for the purchase or manufacture of new equipment
- Trains production personnel on work instructions, process methods and safety requirements
- Ensures compliance with safety regulations and requirements
- Completes time studies to determine production capacity for each product
- Makes recommendations and suggestions to improve production capacity to meet customer demands
- Design, implement, and monitor 5-S Lean and static control programs
- Evaluates capital purchases
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer
- Minimum of 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience, preferably within the medical industry
- Develop Production rules to Improve On Time Delivery
- Develop, monitor and report production metrics
- Support of 24/7 manufacturing and participate in production planning
- BS in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering
- 2-5 years experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment