Process Engineer 2 (Mechanical Engineer) - Garmin International, Inc.

We are seeking a full-time Process Engineer 2 (Mechanical Engineer) in our Olathe, KS location.  In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and continuously improving automated production equipment while optimizing the production process in a high volume automotive production environment.

Essential Functions

• Lead small-to-mid size projects to optimize production process
• Develop process instructions for manufacturing associates
• Perform Risk & Cost-Benefit Analysis
• Attend continuous improvement meetings and serve as a member of Kaizen teams
• Collaborate and add value through participation in design reviews, apply design for manufacturability guidelines to design reviews, and provide alternative solutions as appropriate
• Assess factory associates for certification to a process
• Develop designed experiments for process and quality improvements
• Analyze processes for quality improvements and provide justification for purchases
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills in collaboration with vendors that produce custom parts or equipment
• Analyze data to determine quality trends, find technical root causes and implement corrective actions for given problems
• Design custom tooling as needed for specific applications
• Provide reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques
• Serve as a mentor to less experienced process engineers (Process Engineer 1)
• Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities in developing solutions in a timely fashion and participate in recruiting activities as assigned
• Apply Garmin's Mission Statement and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibits a desire to see Garmin succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Computer Engineering or related field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrates full use of industry standards and procedures
• Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge in use of engineering tools
• Demonstrates use of Lean techniques in process development
• Demonstrates strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills  

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience in a manufacturing environment
• Six Sigma Certification
• Previous experience with AS9100 and NADCAP
• Demonstrated Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits