Overview
This contract role for a Manufacturing Engineer involves collaborating with production, quality, and engineering teams to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance operational performance. The contractor will focus on developing CNC machining processes, troubleshooting production challenges, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a supportive and innovative organization. With an initial commitment of six months, the engineer will have a direct impact on improving quality, productivity, and efficiency in manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop complete CNC machining processes for new and existing components.
- Create setup sheets, tooling layouts, tool preset drawings, and machining documentation.
- Troubleshoot machining issues related to programming, tooling, fixtures, tolerance, and processes.
- Work closely with production teams to improve machine uptime, product quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Optimize cycle times, tooling strategies, and manufacturing methods to reduce costs and improve throughput.
- Develop routings, work instructions, process sheets, and other manufacturing documentation.
- Establish feeds, speeds, tooling requirements, and machining parameters.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or a related discipline).
- 5+ years' experience within a manufacturing engineering environment.
- Experience developing machining processes for production environments.
- Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, and manufacturing best practices.
- Ability to manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across engineering and production teams.
- Knowledge of PPAP and DFMEA methodologies is a plus.