Manufacturing Engineer I

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineer works in a diverse, fast-paced environment within a cross-functional team. Under general direction, this role performs engineering activities to support the entire product life cycle, from conceptualization to product launch and maturation. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of processes and equipment to build products safely, accurately, timely, and cost-effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and workmanship standards to provide manufacturing feedback and recommendations.
• Ensure accuracy and data integrity of inputs and formulas for part costs and lead times, including machine and assembly time estimates, material usage, fixture costs, and NRE estimates.
• Provide lists of exceptions and DFM feedback to customers.
• Develop general, special, and specific part process instructions for the production floor.
• Articulate design concerns, drawing errors, and manufacturability enhancements to customer contacts.
• Design and execute Design of Experimentation projects to identify root causes and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead New Product and Process Development (NPD) projects from concept to launch.
• Support the production floor as a subject matter expert to solve production problems.
• Compile and review production floor issues, customer complaints, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with change control processes to ensure efficient and accurate changes.
• Assist with assessing customer changes to existing products to develop cost estimates and articulate changes for rework or overhaul instructions.
• Provide sales with technical support involving industry standards, Amphenol production capabilities, and material requirements.
• Develop processes and procedures to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements.
• Support and/or lead internal and external audits.
• Contribute to team effort in a collaborative manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment and adhere to safety standards.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• MS Office suite (Teams, Outlook, Excel)
• CAD software, PTC Creo preferred
• ERP systems, SAP preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program (Mechanical or Electrical preferred).

OR

• High school diploma with 4 years’ experience and currently or previously CMfgT certified by SME or equivalent.
• Considered a developing professional within the field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Firm understanding of specific manufacturing principles/processes (e.g., Metal Fabrication, Machining, Finishing, Electrical Assembly, Wire/Harness Assembly, Electrical Integration).
• Knowledge of or experience working in Aerospace, Military Defense, or Medical Industry.
• Project management skills and experience preferred.
• Ability to lead, participate in, collaborate, and advise cross-functional project teams.
• Ability to leverage formal problem-solving training tools such as 8D, DMAIC, Six Sigma preferred.
• Manufacturing experience in a custom make to order environment.
• Ability to explain complex operations and methods clearly and concisely.
• Cooperative and treats all personnel with respect.
• Accepts responsibility for own actions and is accountable for project deliverables and goals.
• Willingly accepts feedback from others.
• US Person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident) as defined in ITAR and 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20).

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the day.
• Frequently use hands to handle objects and communicate verbally.
• May need to reach, stretch, push, pull, crouch, stoop, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• Air-conditioned work environment with desks or cubicles.
• Culture of teamwork, communication, continuous improvement, business casual, strategic, and goal-oriented.

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements:

• ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
• Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
• Hearing protection in specific locations.
• Ability to comply with JSA in specific areas.

Travel:

• Approximately 10% of travel is expected.