Albany International Corp. · 5 days ago
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expAlbany International Corp. is a leading designer and manufacturer of lightweight composite aerospace structures. The Manufacturing Engineer Lead will oversee a team of engineers, focusing on optimizing manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement in the assembly of aircraft structures made from advanced composite materials.
3D PrintingIndustrialManufacturingTextiles
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers on the weekend shift, providing guidance across various processes including layup, cure, machining, inspection, painting, and assembly of composite structures
Serve as the primary engineering support for finishing operations (paint, edge seal, identification) and aircraft structural assembly
Collaborate with weekday ME leads and Project Engineers to ensure seamless support for ongoing operations and program requirements during the weekend shift
Maintain up-to-date assembly process documentation and manage revisions within Product Data Management (PDM) systems
Analyze nonconforming parts/structures, providing dispositions in compliance with customer specifications
Conduct root cause analyses and corrective action investigations to resolve manufacturing defects
Diagnose and address process defects promptly to minimize production downtime
Review model-based definitions, part/assembly datasheets, and customer specifications to establish shop order instructions and guide repairs for defective parts
Identify and implement process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing safety, quality, and production efficiency
Develop and maintain Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs)
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a related discipline
Proficiency in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes with a foundational understanding of lean manufacturing principles
Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage technicians, engineers, and management on technical matters
Competency in documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
As a Department of Defense Contractor we are required to hire US Persons
Visa sponsorship is not being offered
Preferred
Experience in leadership or team management preferred
Preferred experience in finishing, drilling, bonding, or composite material processing
Additional experience in building and production processes is a plus
Familiarity with Catia V5, GD&T, Windchill PDM, and SAP is advantageous
Benefits
Generous 401(k) match
Paid time off
Strong commitment to work/life balance
Company
Albany International Corp.
Albany International is a global advanced textiles and materials processing company with two core businesses.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$119M2021-08-05Post Ipo Secondary· $119M
1987-10-09IPO
Leadership Team
Gunnar Kleveland
President and Chief Executive Officer
Willard Station
Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer
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