Manufacturing Engineer - Lisi Automotive

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The principal purpose of this job description is to outline the roles and responsibility of a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer. The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer is to act as the liaison between Engineering and Operations providing engineering support by troubleshooting manufacturing process in machining and Cold Heading then implement timely solutions in order to maintain the continuity of production flow, also to monitor current and debug new methods, equipment and develop procedures to ensure total system efficiencies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

1. Provide constant communication between Engineering and Operations.
2. Support Operations by providing technical support and engineering data.
3. Lead and support dept by providing feedback, data and other information needed to process parts.
4. Design and installs equipment.
5. Lead in developing detailed layouts for equipment and processes.
6. Utilize CAD Software, specifically AutoCAD, to design and modify blueprints and electrical schematics
7. Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate production setups
8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and improve manufacturing processes.
9. Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during production runs
10. Perform machine setups for production runs and ensure proper functionality
11. Utilize GD&T principles to ensure product quality and compliance
12. Conduct PLC troubleshooting to identify and resolve any issues
13. Experience with PPAP process and ability to develop and implement new processes
14. Experience with machining and/or cold heading processes a plus
15. Contribute to product design and development, providing valuable insights and recommendations
16. Provide constant communication between Engineering & Operations
17. Support operations by providing technical support and engineering data
18. Support engineering by providing feedback, data and other information needed to process parts
19. Calculation production and material costs
20. Review & recommend continuous improvements to manufacturing processes and efficiencies
21. Identifies need for established work procedure and standardized method
22. Document and communicate work procedure and standardized methods as needed
23. Identifies need for training and communicates need to appropriate manager
24. Perform all other duties as assigned, instructed, or directed
25. Use, understanding, and execution of LEAP/5S, HSE standards

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• CNC machining/ manufacturing knowledge

• Cold Heading knowledge

• Understanding of quality instruments

• Quoting

• Production Planning

• Blueprint Reading

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Six (6) to ten (10) years of relevant work experience in CNC machining and/or coldheading/ manufacturing; eight (8) + if no degree in related field.

Experience setting up CNC equipment and writing programs.

Knowledge and understanding of quality instruments and how to use them.

Experience with business side of operation (quoting, customer relations, production planning, etc.)

Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills

Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment

Proven negotiation and contracting skills

Demonstrated effective organizational and analytical skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, frequently required to talk and hear, sit/stand for eight (8) hours. Occasionally required to bend, stoop, kneel or crouch. Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds when needed.

**Work Environment **

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise Grade in the manufacturing area is usually very loud.

You should be proficient in:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Blueprint Reading
• CAD Software
• Continuous Improvement
• Data Analysis and Manipulation
• Engineering Degree
• Electrical Schematics
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Process Development