Manufacturing Development Engineer - GlobalEdge

Richmond, VA

About the Job

Position Description

Seeking Manufacturing Engineer for manufacturing development and continuous improvement. Job responsibilities are:

* Participate in small groups focused on continuous improvements and provide technical expertise solving process problems.
* Coordinate and communicate with other departments (Engineering, Quality, Sales, Human Resources, etc.)
* Troubleshoot equipment and part defects. Implement corrective actions quickly and effectively.
* Manage process documentation such as work instructions and set-up instructions.
* Develop new manufacturing equipment and processes, write equipment specifications.
* Design and create new manufacturing fixtures, machinery, and tools to ultimately create a safer and more productive environment.
* Optimize the manufacturing processes to improve quality and material flow, while reducing cycle times and set-up times.
* Provide training for new and modified processes.
* Support environmental/safety issue resolution and improvements.
* Other duties as required.

Initial Duration: 6 months

Primary Skills Required

* Highly organized and process oriented* Must be a self-starter with high energy for change and teamwork.* Basic knowledge of electronics preferred.* Understanding of lean manufacturing, JIT, OEE, line sequencing, KANBAN, etc.* Strong interpersonal skills and organizational aptitude.* Excellent written and oral communication skills.* Must possess strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, CAD programs, Visual Basic, etc.).

Primary Skills Preferred

Education Required

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering Required

Education Preferred

See Position Description

Work Experience Required

Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Work Experience Preferred

Source : GlobalEdge