YETI · 2 days ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expYETI is a company that values time spent outdoors and aims to provide high-quality gear for outdoor adventures. The Manufacturing Engineer will focus on optimizing production processes, supporting equipment and tooling, and contributing to research and development of new customization techniques.
ManufacturingOutdoorsSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Work with equipment designers and finished goods suppliers to develop innovative, cost-effective, capable, and repeatable production processes and oversee their implementation
Must be the technical subject matter expert for equipment used for customization
Identify issues and implement solutions related to the manufacturing process or equipment
Coordinate new product introductions with multidisciplinary teams
Support Production Technicians by assisting them in troubleshooting complex machine and process issues
Generate specifications, validation plans, and acceptance criteria for new equipment, materials, and processes
Work with the quality team to perform root cause analysis and corrective action for quality issues
Design or source manufacturing tools, equipment, and fixtures
Identify key cost cutting opportunities by baselining cost, performing cycle time analysis, and throughput improvements
Collaborate closely with YETI Engineering team and vendors to balance design intent with manufacturability and performance
Produce documentation related to proper equipment usage, maintenance, and technical procedures
Qualification
Required
BS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field
Greater than 5 years of relevant experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Design, or related field
Manufacturing equipment experience a plus
Understanding of lean tools, principles, and methodology
Proficient in 3D CAD software
Team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at various organizational levels internally and externally
Innovative and creative problem solver with meticulous attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to filter and distill the relevant information to the right audience
Comfortable with change and ambiguity with the ability to quickly propose solutions given limited guidance
Proficiency reading and developing electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/diagrams
Experience troubleshooting complex process and machine issues
Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills
Self-directed individual with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time
Preferred
Solidworks preferred
Optical experience a plus
Company
YETI
Working at YETI, you’ll be an integral player in our industry-leading, global brand.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2019-11-06Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-24IPO
2012-06-19Acquired
Leadership Team
M
Matt King
Chief Information Officer
Ryan Seiders
Founder & Chairman
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