Manufacturing Engineer III
$ 96,514 - 127,886
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L5
$ 96,514 - 127,886
Industries
All Other Industrial Machinery ManufacturingMachine ShopsSwitchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing- 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri, onsite at our Palatine facility)
- Project Execution: Lead manufacturing engineering projects from design through implementation, including equipment installation and process redesign. Define scope, manage timelines, and coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers.
- Process Optimization: Design and document manufacturing processes, standards, and tooling. Drive improvements in safety, quality, design, and cost metrics by analyzing production data and implementing changes that enhance efficiency and reliability.
- Tooling & Automation Expertise: Develop and implement specialized tools and machines for fabrication and assembly. Apply knowledge of PLC and programming to support automation and technological integration.
- Equipment Management: Manage equipment upgrades and replacements, including direct engagement with suppliers. Ensure that the equipment now meets performance, safety, and ergonomic standards.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drive interdepartmental collaboration to align engineering efforts with production, maintenance, product engineering, and quality objectives. Serve as a technical resource and liaison across teams.
- Team Development: Coach and mentor junior engineers through informal learning sessions and project collaboration. Foster team development and knowledge sharing within the engineering group.
- Problem Solving: Lead practical problem-solving (PPS) efforts to address safety, quality, and efficiency issues. Implement sustainable corrective actions and communicate decisions effectively to production teams.
- Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
- Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ Years of experience in manufacturing engineering specific to machining (ie. Machining Process Engineer, CNC Process Engineer)
- Proven ability to improve KPI's related to both machining quality and productivity.
- Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and work with machinists and CNC programmers (inc. speeds and feeds, offsets, etc).
- Ability to work with tool designers and CNC team to improve workholding and tooling selection.
- Great problem-solving skills and able to communicate across some levels of the organization related to concepts of supply-chain, production, and manufacturing.
- Good interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience.
- Great communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and presentation), able to partner with and communicate with customers, both technical and non-technical.
- Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the quality function.
- Good organizational planning, coordinating internal and external resources, and juggling key demands.
- Sound business sense and analytical skills with the ability to use and analyze data to drive informed actions, solve complex problems, and drive learning.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, including the flexibility to work extended hours when necessary.
- Great computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Power BI, or other similar systems. Including great data analysis skills
- Master's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Level
SeniorL5
Salary
$ 96,514 - 127,886
Location
Park Ridge, IL
Occupation
Manufacturing Engineers
Industry
All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Posted
today
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