Job Description
SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing mechanical components, machinery, and equipment using applied knowledge of engineering principles. This may include fabricating, operating, installing, or repairing, and designing products such as motors, instruments, control panels, and other machines. Other engineering and mechanical maintenance functions will fall under the direction of the Engineer on a project-by-project basis.
PRIMARY FUNCTION
- Specialize in energy systems, applied mechanics, machine design, manufacturing, plant engineering, and maintenance
- Develop and maintain product specific process designs
- Design, create, and repair machines and mechanical systems of all kinds
- Develop, assemble, and install mechanical equipment, systems, and parts
- Maintain or improve production processes by evaluating, testing and resolving product line issues in order to ensure overall efficiency and produce quality products
- Develop & Maintain a more comprehensive maintenance program, including preventative maintenance
- Diagnose, repair, test, monitor and maintain production machinery and equipment
- To be a part of a manufacturing team that will move the facility to new heights by leading creative projects
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to – all other duties as required)
Develop manufacturing / process designs for new products, based on customer specifications or special requirementsVerify and validate engineering designs by testing protocols and analyzing statistical dataConduct final inspection and recommend acceptance or rejection of completed designsRecommend improvements to current design of productsHelp in the redesign of the process design programMaintain current process designs, while trying to improve product through put and machine efficienciesEnsure that designs are safe, efficient, effective, and able to be manufacturedInterfaces with Customers concerning their technical needs on current and new productsImprove operations, reduce turnaround times, and optimize processes to provide seamless quality of engineering servicesAct as project manager on mechanical engineering projects & maintenance projectEvaluate various mechanical products under consideration for purchase to determine their efficiency and cost-effectivenessEnsures that proper manufacturing procedures are followed and / or developed and documentedIdentifies and solves production process problemsConducts tests and experiments to analyze problem areasEvaluates new suppliersLead & Develop a sustainable preventative maintenance program in coordination with the hourly maintenance teamDevelops and implements continuous improvement initiatives, cost reduction plansCreates or modifies engineering procedures and train Operators on those proceduresAnalyzes manufacturing process capabilities of new products to identify potential production processingResponds to Customer complaints in order to resolve their problems and issues in the use of Essex Furukawa productsUnderstands Essex Furukawa’s businessComplies with Essex Furukawa policies as well as departmental proceduresEnsure ongoing compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislationC ORE COMPETENCIES
Quality OrientationTime ManagementCreative and Innovative ThinkingDevelopment and Continual LearningProblem SolvingAccountability and DependabilityResearch and AnalysisDecision making and JudgementOperating EquipmentProviding ConsultationEthics and IntegrityPlanning and OrganizingMathematical ReasoningEnforcing Laws, Rules and RegulationsMediating and NegotiatingCoaching and MentoringCommunicationTeam WorkREQUIREMENTS
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Technology and / or Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a closely related disciplineWork experience with production systems, regulations, guidelines, and associated standards.Direct knowledge of manufacturing methodologies.Proficiency with AutoCAD and other 3-D imaging software is essential.Background in skilled trades is a big assetSolid background in machine design as it relates to motion controls, switches, valves, motors, panel wiring, cylinders, and so onAbility to integrate new technologies into machines to insure that the organization is meeting its high quality goals and objectives.Ability to converse and collaborate with multiple departments spanning multiple disciplines.Competence in designing according to ISO 9001 standards & TS StandardsWorking knowledge of risk analysis and relevant legislative complianceProven track record in managing large projectsProven direct involvement with Maintenance teamsProven direct involvement with designs and design softwareAbility to identify key financial performance indicators and their relationship with project indicatorsExcellent grasp of diverse, fundamental mechanical engineering concepts and relationshipsAdvanced mathematical skills, such as calculus and differential equationsPractical experience with risk management, product testing, capability studies, and control plansTraining and knowledge of Six Sigma techniques, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing are desirableHighly motivated and self-directed capable of multi-tasking, and able to work with minimal supervisionAbility to create and review technical documentation, including project plans, test procedures, and design documentsHigh level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and diverse software programsStrong work ethic and positive team attitude.SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
