Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Applied Concepts

Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Applied Concepts, Inc.

Immediate Opening – Richardson, Texas

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Job Overview:

Based in Richardson, TX, Applied Concepts has been known for its outstanding law enforcement Radar & Lidar systems for over 47 years. We're. We have experienced steady growth over the years and our Production and Engineering teams are no exception!

As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Applied Concepts, you'll plan and design manufacturing processes for electro-mechanical assemblies. Stepping into the role, you'll analyze efficiency, implement cost reduction opportunities, optimize production flows, and develop assembly methods. You'll also determine the equipment, tools, and processes needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications. Supporting existing products and leading in the introduction of new products to the manufacturing floor is key to succeeding as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – How You'll Make an Impact

• You'll prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, working with Design to develop testing methods, processes, and process capabilities to build current and future designs.
• You'll apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness. Determining root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommending changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods are crucial aspects of how the role impacts the company as a whole.
• Understanding and helping operations with manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes is what makes this position a great fit for SMEs. Reviewing product designs for manufacturability or completeness is key to moving product and processes.
• Providing manufacturing information by answering questions and requests, preparing documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures, and troubleshooting new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes are daily processes.
• You'll identify opportunities and implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials and parts.
• You'll evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards, combined with incorporating new methods and processes to improve existing operations.
• Communication in this role includes investigating or resolving operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks, preparing reports summarizing information or trends related to manufacturing performance, and providing technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.
• You'll have the opportunity to train and coach production personnel in new or existing methods.
• Finally, understanding the return on investment when implementing equipment, processes, or tests will be a key perspective in optimizing our processes and leading our people.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, preferably in a senior or leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of surface mount technology (SMT), manufacturing principles, practices, and standards.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma is preferred. (Desired but not required).

Physical Demands - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Essential Core Values:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values. Interfaces with ACI officers, Executive Committee members and department heads to ensure that their concerns, needs, and wishes are understood and addressed.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to continuously improve and promote efficiency, effectiveness, and quality; Monitors own work and the work of the group to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work, at meetings, and on time.

Who We Are:

Applied Concepts is a 47-year-old, 251-person privately owned company, located in Richardson, Texas. Founded in 1977 by an electrical engineer, we have a long history of profitable, organic growth. Our company remains entrepreneurial at heart, constantly re-inventing ourselves with new products and new markets, but still balanced with business prudence. We manufacture our own products, in our own facilities. Integrating our product development with our own manufacturing resources is a key part of our business culture, keeping us nimble and able to provide high quality products.

What We Do:

We focus on designing, manufacturing, and selling products that promote public safety. We are the number one supplier of speed enforcement products to law enforcement in the United States. Our employees take pride in the quality of our products and the service we provide in keeping our streets and neighborhoods safe. We offer a variety of engineering challenges, from microwave to high-speed lasers, to image capturing and processing, and LED traffic calming devices.

To learn more about us and explore career opportunities, please visit:

www.stalkerradar.com

www.stalkersports.com

www.streetdynamics.com

We are looking for full-time employees. U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card) required. Sorry, NO Sponsorship for U.S. visas (no H-1B, etc.). Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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