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G&W Electric Co. · 9 hours ago

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer II

Bolingbrook, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$80K/yr - $95K/yr

5+ years exp

G&W Electric Co. is a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions, seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer II to manage cross-functional projects focused on continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The role involves overseeing manufacturing engineering projects, improving processes, and collaborating with various teams to enhance product manufacturability and operational efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Manage Manufacturing Engineering projects. Preparation of detailed project plans with estimated project task hours and timelines for development, production, validation, and launch. Will be responsible for on-time, on-budget delivery of projects

Oversee research and development of new manufacturing equipment, processes, standard operating procedures, and work instructions

Improve manufacturing processes through review of all engineering deliverables for technical accuracy and adherence to engineering standards and project schedules

Interact with Design Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure design for manufacturability of new products. Participates in the design review process, and acts as a liaison for products from inception through shipment to the customer

Will be involved in New product launches. Review new product design and work with design engineering to identify areas for improved product manufacturability, reduced manufacturing cost, and improved process reliability. Provide manufacturing feasibility during various phases of new products and new technologies

Identify new opportunities for process improvement. Analyze capital equipment needs for new technologies and business needs. Investigate, plan, and implement such capital projects

Leading Projects through detailed plans and execution on innovative change across assigned assets, both equipment upgrades and equipment optimizations

Design and implement tooling and fixtures focused on error-proofing to eliminate waste in the manufacturing process and make operations safer

Conducts/leads or participates in Process Mapping, FMEA, RIE’S and 8 Step Problem Solving, Quality Control Plan development, DFM, initiatives to promote and ensure that processes are continuously improved

Assist in the hiring, training, and mentoring of manufacturing engineers and support staff to work to their full potential

Support G&W manufacturing transformation to Industry 4.0 and Advanced Automation solutions

Create and improve G&W project delivery process and standard tools used in delivering Advanced Automation solutions

Review and write reports, approve expenditures, enforce rules. Recommend, plan and direct installation of new equipment. Communicate and collaborate with other managers and departments. Prepare and deliver engineering-related presentations as required

Assist with other duties as assigned

Qualification

Manufacturing Process ImprovementRoot Cause AnalysisProject ManagementSix Sigma CertificationCAD/CAM ExperienceData Analysis ProficiencyLeadership SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration