Manufacturing Engineer - Mid-Level

DEKA Research and Development; Town of Berwick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Manufacturing Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in the development and transition to manufacturing complex mechanical assemblies. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a talented engineering team, ensuring robust designs and effective production processes. You'll engage with suppliers and manufacturing partners, driving quality and efficiency in product delivery. With a focus on innovation and thoughtful engineering, this role is perfect for those passionate about solving technical challenges and making a meaningful impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in manufacturing engineering preferred.
• Experience with CAD software and ERP systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of production line optimization and assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain bill of materials and production control methods.
• Plan and execute pre-production builds for volume production.
• Collaborate with engineering team for production-ready designs.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Six Sigma

CAD Software

ERP Systems

Medical Device Experience

Electromechanical Assembly

Design for Manufacturability

Strong Communication Skills

Time Management Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for process development, build development and transition to manufacturing of complex mechanical assemblies.This key role requires cross functional effectiveness both internally and externally with the project team, customers, suppliers and partners.

How you will make an impact as a Manufacturing Engineer:

• Develop and maintain bill of materials, line layout, production control methods,clear assembly instructions, fixtures, and pFMEA's
• Plan, conduct and execute pre-production builds, with a vision for volume production
• Work collaboratively with engineering team to develop robust, production-ready designs
• Consult with suppliers to determine product specifications, working with supply chain team to purchase equipment, materials, and parts
• Interface with manufacturing partners for all stages of design transfer to ensure products meet performance criteria, delivering a quality product on-time

Skills you will need to be successful:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering and 2 - 5 years experience preferred or Associates Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering and 3 - 6 years experience preferred. Strong candidates with less experience may be considered
• Understanding of Lean ManufacturingPrinciples, Six Sigma or "green" manufacturing a plus
• Experiencewith CAD software, Soilidworks preferred
• Experience with ERP systems a plus
• Medical device experience a plus
• Experience setting up a manufacturing assembly line with scalability to ramp production
• Knowledge of component forming processes, assembly processes, and production line optimization
• Experience with electromechanical assembly
• Experience with design for manufacturability and design transfer
• Passionate about understanding how things work, and solving tough technical problems
• Strong communication and time management skills

About DEKA:

One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research & Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.

Behind DEKA's brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.