Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Optimize manufacturing processes, implement automation technologies, and drive continuous improvement to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency in production facilities.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer
Builds
Production facilities and automated manufacturing systems
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (Note: Corrected to 'physical/clinical work' based on instruction list, but context is manufacturing. Re-evaluating instruction: 'physical/clinical work' is the only option for non-digital/non-research. Let's use 'physical/clinical work' as the closest fit for shopfloor/automation hardware, or better yet, the instruction says 'one of: ...'. The role is clearly physical/industrial. I will map 'physical/clinical work' as the only non-digital option provided in the prompt's list, even though 'clinical' is wrong, it's the only slot. Wait, looking at the prompt's list again: 'production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work'. This is a rigid list. A manufacturing engineer building automation systems fits 'infrastructure' (building the system) or 'product features' (if making the product). However, the role involves shopfloor work. I will select 'infrastructure' as it covers building/maintaining the automation systems and processes, or 'physical/clinical work' if emphasizing the shopfloor. Given the heavy emphasis on 'shopfloor', 'physical/clinical work' is the intended bucket for non-software roles in this schema, despite the 'clinical' misnomer. Actually, 'infrastructure' fits 'automation systems' better. Let's stick to the most accurate: 'infrastructure' for the systems/processes built.
Required skills
Root cause analysis, CAD design (SolidWorks), automation system design, process documentation, lean manufacturing principles, quality management systems (ISO 9001), electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting, PLC programming, equipment qualification, data analysis
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 2+ years manufacturing engineering experience, high volume manufacturing exposure, knowledge of scanners/vision systems, Microsoft Office proficiency
Technologies
SolidWorks, PLC programming, automated placement equipment, vision systems, scanners
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain manufacturing processes and procedures, design and oversee automation system implementation, conduct root cause analysis for production defects, create process documentation (setup matrices, work instructions), collaborate on new product introductions and DFM, lead continuous improvement projects, provide technical training to production staff, analyze production data for improvements, ensure safety and quality compliance, troubleshoot complex equipment issues
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
