Mechanical Engineer

Acara Solutions, An Aleron Company; Stratford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic opportunity awaits as a Senior Recruitment Specialist in a forward-thinking company that serves a diverse range of industries including rail, mining, and agriculture. This role is pivotal in leading process development and execution, ensuring projects meet time and budget targets. You will coordinate between various teams, analyze process data for improvements, and support manufacturing optimization efforts. If you are passionate about driving innovation and enhancing manufacturing processes, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Manufacturing Engineering with expertise in CNC and welding.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and Lean Manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP and ECR/ECN processes for project completion.
• Support manufacturing processes and implement improvements.

Skills

CNC machining

Welding processes

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Project management

Process improvement

Automation opportunities

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Recruitment Specialist at Acara Solutions

Company Introduction:

OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries.

Position Summary:

The incumbent will be responsible for leading the process development and execution portion of the APQP and ECR/ECN processes, identifying and implementing process improvements and cost reduction activities, and supporting Operations in troubleshooting and improving legacy processes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the engineering and manufacturing development cycle.
• Act as a coordinator between the Customer, Business Development, Process Engineering, and Operations.
• Responsible for APQP, ECR/ECN, problem solving, and capital procurement to ensure project completion targets for time and budget are met.
• Lead product development/problem solving projects/activities for new launch and current production parts.
• Develop robust and repeatable processes to meet customer and internal requirements.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities through capital procurement.
• Lead cross-functional teams in root cause investigations and implementation of corrective actions to resolve internal and external customer quality issues.
• Analyze process data, including costs, to identify and develop process improvement opportunities.
• Support kaizen events as a member of cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing processes are optimized.
• Support quoting of new business.
• Review and develop standard procedures for Manufacturing and Engineering processes.
• Manage tasks and timelines to customer and CGL expectations.
• Make decisions appropriate to the resolution of the specific tasks and activities assigned.
• Other duties as required.

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 5+ years of related experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role.
• Knowledge of CNC machining of cast and fabricated parts, welding processes, and paint processes.
• Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in CNC Machining and Welding.
• Knowledge of GD&T applications related to fixtures and gauges and experience in work holding/fixture design and procurement.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing methods and tools (Lean/Six Sigma training an asset).
• Experience with capital procurement and project management for capital projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project).
• Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD/DraftSight.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO/TS 16949.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to the US and China.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing