Collins Aerospace · 9 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Foley, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$87K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expCollins Aerospace is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support repair operations in a facility transitioning to advanced manufacturing processes. The role involves optimizing manufacturing processes, integrating advanced equipment, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and quality.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work 1st shift hours (6:30am - 3pm) Monday - Friday
Manufacturing Process Design and Improvement: Design, control, and optimize manufacturing processes by collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and translating engineering design requirements into formal manufacturing documentation
Advanced Equipment Integration: Develop and deploy advanced manufacturing equipment, including robotics, CNC systems, sensors, and process monitoring tools, while integrating automated solutions for improved efficiency and acts as the CapEx Project Manager
Process Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Implement manufacturing process controls, troubleshoot process and equipment issues, and drive data-driven improvements to enhance capability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving: Lead continuous improvement initiatives, corrective action investigations, and problem-solving efforts to reduce cycle time, lead time, and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ). Oversee a portfolio of complex projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives
Tooling and Fixture Development: Own the design, arrangement, and optimization of tooling, fixtures, and gages, ensuring availability and alignment with manufacturing processes
Defect Analysis and Quality Improvement: Perform defect analysis and identify opportunities to influence engineering designs for improved producibility and reduced costs
Digital Manufacturing and Innovation: Drive digital manufacturing initiatives, apply 3D modeling and CAD for workspace optimization, and leverage emerging technologies to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency
New Product Introduction and R&D: Perform process development for new product introductions, conduct ROI analyses to pursue funding, and research new technologies for accelerated time-to-market strategies
Data Analysis and Lean Principles: Apply statistical methods, Lean manufacturing principles, and ergonomic analysis to improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency across processes
Compliance and Safety: Work safely always by following company policies and procedures and ensure compliance with safety protocols and manufacturing standards
Work in a team enviornment
Preform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Experience reading and interpreting specifications, engineering drawings, blueprints and models
Experience adapting equipment or tooling design to factory and production conditions
Experience with Continuous Improvement tools (Lean, Six Sigma, Red X)
Experience with 3D modeling software (CATIA, Solidworks, NX)
Experience applying and interpreting standard and geometric dimensions and tolerances
Demonstrated background in optimization of manufacturing processes, such as machining, welding, assembly, and/or other advanced manufacturing methods
Strong computer skills in the Microsoft suite of programs
Preferred
Experience with process sensing, monitoring equipment, and data collection
Industry 4.0 (IIOT)
Experience/education with technical writing
Proficiency with industrial robotics (e.g., ABB, FANUC, KUKA, etc.) and/or related automation technologies (CNC systems, Siemens, FANUC, etc.)
Hands-on experience with welding and industrial additive manufacturing / 3D printing
Experience configuring PLCs (e.g. Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, Siemens) for system automation and integrating sensors using industrial communication protocols (e.g. Modbus, DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, ROS-Industrial)
Background in configuring and interfacing with industrial robot controllers (e.g. ABB IRC, KUKA KRC)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
Recent News
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