Overview
Manufacturing Engineer position at a plant site in the southwest area of the Atlanta, GA metropolitan area. The role reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. The company is investing in new capital equipment and aims to maximize manufacturing efficiency through design of processes, equipment layout, workflow, assembly methods, and workforce utilization.
Responsibilities
- Design production tooling using 2D & 3D software (e.g., SolidWorks).
- Implement productivity improvements on current production lines.
- Perform root cause analysis of failures using statistical methods; recommend design, tolerance, or processing changes (Lean tools).
- Design and implement production processes for new products and changes to existing products.
- Conduct FMEAs on new and existing products (designs, materials, processes).
- Review product designs for manufacturability and optimized processing.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to optimize productivity methods.
- Lead design of experiments, lean manufacturing, ROIA, and related initiatives.
- Lead design review meetings for new and existing products.
- Create work instructions, statements of work, spare parts inventories, and critical parts inventories.
- Implement automation, robotics, vision systems, controls integration, end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, gauging, and machine design.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree (BA / BS) from a four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Proficiency in 3D modeling software (specifically SolidWorks) and Microsoft Office.Tooling experience required.Project management experience to run projects end-to-end.Automation experience including robotics and PLCs.Experience as a manufacturing engineer in a heavy manufacturing environment; formal industry experience preferred but flexible by industry.Desirable : zinc or high-pressure aluminum die casting, stamping, plating or finishing experience; plastic injection molding acceptable; foundry experience desired.Competencies
Teamwork and ethics : integrity, collaboration, and respect; builds morale and commitment; maintains commitments.Quality / Quantity / Quality Management : strives for accuracy, meets production standards, and delivers timely results.Communication : clear and professional in interactions and written communications.Judgment, Problem Solving, and Analytical Thinking : makes timely decisions; analyzes data; solves problems; designs workflows.Professionalism : handles pressure professionally; takes responsibility and follows through.Customer Service : responds to internal / external needs and solicits feedback.Organizational Support : adheres to policies; supports organizational goals and values; respects diversity.Safety, Security, and 6S : follows safety practices and 6S guidelines; reports unsafe conditions.Physical Requirements
Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and communicate; occasionally reach with hands and arms; ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
Working Conditions
Moderate noise in office; manufacturing areas may require hearing protection; PPE will be used where required. Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.
Additional Details
Estimated work hours typically 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM; may require up to 45–50 hours per week depending on workload. Location : Atlanta, GA metro area southwest region. Compensation : not specified in the description.
Job Type and Function
Employment type : Full-timeJob function : Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries : Manufacturing and related sectorsJ-18808-Ljbffr