Manufacturing Engineer

Motor Coach Industries; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Winnipeg is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the production team with builds and improvements. The ideal candidate is a certified engineer with 1-5 years of manufacturing experience and proficiency in relevant methodologies. This role offers comprehensive benefits from day one and opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability insurance

Paid holidays and time off

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in transportation or automotive.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma, LEAN, JIT methodologies.
• Experience with AutoCAD or CAD/CAM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist production with initial and subsequent builds of new or revised systems.
• Conduct audits on bill of materials and routing accuracy.
• Engage in lean and Six Sigma initiatives such as 5S and value stream mapping.

Skills

Fluency in English

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Process-oriented

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Education

Certified Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineer

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD/CAM

Job description

Position Summary

Manufacturing Engineer (ME) works closely with and supports the production team by providing technical support related to coach build processes. Builds include concept, prototype, pilot, first, and production stages. The ME assists with new system builds and prototype designs, prepares design change proposals, conducts accuracy audits, root cause analysis, and participates in continuous improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Assist production with initial and subsequent builds of new or revised systems
• Support production planning to ensure readiness for upcoming coaches
• Provide routing and assembly sequence guidance for all components
• Propose design changes or revisions to improve current designs
• Identify and implement cost reduction projects
• Conduct audits on bill of materials and routing accuracy, identifying root causes of discrepancies
• Review tooling and fixture needs to enhance assembly processes
• Research new manufacturing technologies and practices, and introduce improvements
• Prepare necessary documentation (procedures, work instructions, visual aids) to ensure compliance with design and customer requirements
• Participate in problem-solving meetings to review and improve processes
• Engage in lean and Six Sigma initiatives such as 5S and value stream mapping

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Certified Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineer, or equivalent education/experience
• 1-5 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in transportation, automotive, or bus industry
• Familiarity with Six Sigma, LEAN, JIT methodologies
• Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking, understanding)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and documentation (blueprints)
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision, process-oriented
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows
• Experience with AutoCAD or CAD/CAM is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with manufacturing experience

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Benefits from first day including health, dental, and vision coverage
• Basic dental plan with no paycheck contribution option
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance
• Paid holidays and time off
• Competitive wages
• Ongoing training and development opportunities