Production Engineer

Provides technical support for assigned process, project or product lines.

Review project specifications to determine which equipment needs ordered and which to retool
· Create and regularly update equipment installation, modification and trial schedules
· Lead new equipment buyoff activities
· Lead new equipment installation, trials and start up
· Determine and plan equipment layouts based on process needs, available space and utilities
· Create and maintain pin maps, spare parts lists, and other supporting documentation for use by other departments
· Study and improve current production processes and equipment for cycle time and quality issues
· Redesign tooling for countermeasures and kaizens
· Help create capital budget
· Maintain and update equipment drawings as needed
· Oversee a variety of automated equipment designs and processes, such as projection, MIG, laser & spot welding
· Lead cycle time calculation and analysis and determine reduction plans
· Investigate and resolve machinery, quality and efficiency issues
· Travel to vendor locations to review equipment progress, local and in Japan (10~15%)
· Follow standard work instructions, including all safety policies and procedures
· Comply with ISO 14001 standards
· Perform 5S activities
· Other duties as assigned by department manager

Requirements
Required Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing or industrial engineering or equivalent work experience
· Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics
· Knowledge of a 3D CAD system
· Excellent skills with M.S. Office
· Good communication skills
· Experience with Pro-E or Creo CAD software
· Knowledge of PLC programming and robot teaching
· Experience with various manufacturing and welding processes
· Maintenance or fabrication experience