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US Farathane · 1 month ago

Manufacturing Digitization Engineer (Co-op)

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

US Farathane is seeking a Manufacturing Digitization Engineer to lead the conversion of manufacturing documentation into digital formats. This role supports the Engineering department's initiative to enhance operator training and ensure compliance with World Class Manufacturing and IATF standards.

AutomotiveManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Digitize and standardize SOPs, Work Instructions, and Quality Documents across Injection/Compression molding and assembly operations

Develop video-based training modules (60-120 sec clips) integrated into digital SOPs

Design and deploy digital production forms (start-up checklists, changeover verifications, in-process quality checks) that support World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and accelerate operator training

Run Pilots on one to two manufacturing cells (for example, an injection-molding or press line), gather operator feedback, iterate content, and scale after validation with formal review gates

Build and maintain a central SharePoint document library with revision control and multilingual access. Integrate with a Learning Management System (LMS) and Quality Management System (QMS)

Integrate this library with Intouch MES, ensuring each Job # automatically links to its associated SOPs/WIs and visual references

Generate QR codes for point-of-use access to digital documents at each workstation

Support multi-language documentation (English, Spanish, Pashto, Hindi) for accessibility

Collaborate with Engineers, Process Technicians, and Operators to capture accurate step-by-step processes

Establish naming conventions, metadata structures, and document lifecycle standards for digital files

Work with IT to ensure proper access control, backup, and update workflows

Create a rollout playbook- templates, filming, and editing standards, style guides, 5S visuals, and standard work for authoring and maintaining content- to ensure consistency across lines and shifts

Support audit preparation by maintaining digital traceability, version history, and approval logs

Create dashboards and reports summarizing digitization progress and compliance metrics (e.g. % converted, language coverage, audit pass rates)

Assist with training coordination to ensure operators complete digital learning modules

Qualification

Manufacturing processesDigital documentationVideo editing toolsMicrosoft OfficeSharePointCommunicationSelf-motivated

Required

Bachelors degree (or pursuing) in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering- or equivalent technical experience

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, visual standards, and documentation flow

Proficiency in Microsoft Office/ SharePoint/ OneDrive and basic video editing tools (Clipchamp, Camtasia, or similar)

Excellent communication skills- able to translate technical processes into clear, visual instructions

Self-motivated and comfortable working on the production floor alongside operators and technicians

Must be able to move freely throughout the production floor, offices, and warehouse environments

Ability to stand or walk of extended periods (up to 6-8 hours during filming or documentation)

Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, and lift materials, documents, or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Frequent use of computers, cameras, and digital equipment requires fine motor skills and visual focus

Comfortable working in manufacturing environments where exposure to noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures may occur (standard PPE provided)

Work will be performed primarily in a manufacturing plant environment, with frequent movement between production areas, engineering offices, and training space

Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexibility for occasional weekend or off-shift access when capturing production activities for operator training footage

Proper PPE (safety glasses, ear protection, steel-toe shoes, etc.) must be worn in designated areas at all times

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship