Process Engineer 2 - Garmin International, Inc.

We are seeking a full-time Process Engineer 2 in our Olathe, KS location with the Mechanical Assembly Team.  In this role, you will be responsible for complex process development and the support of multiple aviation units, the creation of work cell environments and the justification and procurement of equipment needed while operating in a team-oriented environment. 

The Mechanical Assembly Team (MAT) is responsible for the unit level assembly and packaging of all Garmin products. Most of the units are assembled in a work cell environment by manual or semi-automated methods. The Process Engineer’s main responsibility is to design work areas that produce the highest quality product, in the shortest amount of time, using the most economical method, while delivering a product that exceeds the customer’s expectations.

Essential Functions

• May serve as a leader for small projects or sub projects for a new unit in development or a group of mature units following established procedures
• Develop more complex process instructions for manufacturing associates
• Research and develop new, cutting-edge automation concept to meet the process
• Estimate level of effort for a task including calculating build times
• Attend continuous improvement meetings and serve as a member of Kaizen teams
• Collaborate and add value through participation in design reviews, apply design for manufacturability guidelines to design reviews, and provide alternative solutions as appropriate
• Assess factory associates for certification to a process
• Develop designed experiments for process and quality improvements
• Analyze processes for quality improvements and provide justification for purchases
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills in collaboration with vendors that produce custom parts or equipment
• Analyze data to determine quality trends, find technical root causes and implement corrective actions for given problems
• Design custom tooling as needed for specific applications using CAD software tools
• Provide reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques
• Serve as a mentor to less experienced process engineers (Process Engineer 1)
• Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities in developing solutions in a timely fashion and participate in recruiting activities as assigned
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally on occasion
• Design, test and validate all aspects of the mechanical design
• Model moderately complex parts and assemblies in 3D CAD software
• Independently determine general approach and specific solutions to technical problems 
• Apply knowledge of production and operations processes to overall design
• Interact with product design engineers to incorporate Design for Manufacturability principles
• Interface with outside teams and individuals to ensure all solutions comply with product design specifications
• Generate revision-controlled design and user documentation
• Project manage and collaborate with fellow project stakeholders
• Conduct training for equipment operators and maintenance technicians
• Troubleshoot, support and continuously improve existing automated solutions

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or related field AND a minimum of 3 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrates full use of industry standards and procedures
• Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge in use of engineering tools
• Demonstrates beginner level programming abilities and experience
• Demonstrates use of Lean techniques in process development
• Demonstrates strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills    

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience in a manufacturing environment
• Six Sigma Certification
• Previous experience with AS9100 and NADCAP
• Demonstrated Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience using 2D and 3D CAD design software (AutoCAD, Solidworks)
• Design experience with fixturing, pneumatics, sensors and safety controls
• Working knowledge of modern machining and rapid prototyping capabilities

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits