Manufacturing Engineer - directpathrecruitingservices

Exciting Opportunity:

This role offers a unique and exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative tooling and engineering solutions. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a dynamic team to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Your contributions will directly impact the success of both new and existing programs, making this a highly rewarding position for those passionate about engineering, problem-solving, and driving production excellence. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to quality.

***MUST HAVE AUTOMOTIVE AND WELDED PARTS OR METAL STAMPING BACKGROUND***

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Tooling Development: Lead the sourcing, design, construction, and launch of new tools, fixtures, and equipment for CNC machining, welded components, and assembly processes for both new and existing programs.

• Problem Solving: Provide technical support to Tool-Room personnel and external vendors, resolving issues related to production processes, tool tryouts, and program launches.

• Project Management: Estimate, schedule, and execute engineering changes related to tooling and cost-saving initiatives. Coordinate changes with cross-functional teams, including Program Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance, ensuring seamless phase-ins and production schedule adherence.

• Technical Support: Collaborate with product development teams, offering technical support to ensure tools and processes meet or exceed customer specifications, with a focus on CNC and welded parts manufacturing.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest tooling technologies, implementing improvements that enhance tool capability, cost-effectiveness, and production efficiency in both prototype and full-scale production environments.

• Collaboration: Partner with Program Managers to prepare internal quotes for new and existing programs by coordinating with tooling and gauge suppliers to ensure timely delivery and accuracy.

• Quality Assurance: Work closely with production teams to implement Poka Yoke methods and collaborate with Quality Engineers to establish achievable tolerances and characteristics for Statistical Process Control (SPC).

• Compliance: Ensure all tooling and manufacturing processes comply with IATF 16949 standards, OHSA legislative requirements, and ISO 14001 environmental guidelines, reporting any non-conformances or issues.

• Health and Safety: Adhere to company safety and environmental policies and take responsibility for ensuring a safe work environment, with flexibility to respond to emergency situations and assist with off-hour needs.

Education and Experience:

• Preferred Experience: Prior experience as a tool and die maker or completion of an apprenticeship, along with two years in a supervisory role within a tool room.

• Required Experience: A minimum of five years’ experience as a Tooling Engineer, with demonstrated success in CNC machining, welded parts, and tool development.

• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience in manufacturing and tooling.

Skills:

• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of CNC machining, tool design, and welding processes.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with CAD, CAM, CMM, and design software. Familiarity with spreadsheets, word processing, and databases is required.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with employees, customers, suppliers, and engineers at all levels.
• Problem Solving & Negotiation: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of Equipment: In-depth knowledge of assembly, press department equipment, and tooling standards.