Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering - Assembly

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada; London; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in London, Ontario is seeking a Specialist in Manufacturing Engineering - Assembly. The role involves creating and maintaining manufacturing instructions, supporting quality resolution, and improving processes. Candidates should have a degree or diploma in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience in the heavy equipment industry. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on innovative manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Manufacturing Engineering Technologist.
• Goal-oriented with decision-making capabilities in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to meet Anthropometrical Size Restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Manufacturing Bills of Material and Bill of Processes.
• Produce detailed Work Instructions for manufacturing requirements.
• Investigate quality deviations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Quality deviation analysis

Process improvements

Education

University Degree or College diploma in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Skilled Trades License with 3+ years experience

Tools

Oracle

Maximo

Job description

Description

Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering - Assembly

Key Job Elements

• Create and maintain variant and program specific Manufacturing Bills of Material (MBOM) and Bill of Processes (BOPs)
• Produce and validate accurately detailed Work Instructions to meet Manufacturing and Customer Support process requirements
• Develop and maintain Oracle routings and standard hour estimates to align with Manufacturing & Customer Support Work Instructions
• Participate in Design Review meetings to interpret design requirements for processing Work Instructions
• Execute Appurtenance Change Notices into detailed work instructions
• Conceptualize, define and request tooling based on Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing and ergonomic requirements
• Investigate and support the resolution of quality deviations including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Implement all necessary design changes into Manufacturing Engineering products
• Support initial start-up Production processes including Manufacturing Validation Build (MVB), Production Launch Process (PLP) and First Piece Inspection (FPI)
• Assess and implement changes identified as part of initial stat-up process
• Provide consistent, timely and accurate Manufacturing Engineering support to the shop floor
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering and all other key stakeholders on process improvements
• Monitor process effectiveness and record issues in Maximo database

Required Qualifications

• University Degree or College diploma in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering; or Skilled Trades License with 3+ years equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Manufacturing Engineering Technologist for a heavy equipment manufacturer
• Goal-oriented with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Restrictions for confined space
• Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% Int'l) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T) and knowledge of Industry 4.0 Initiatives (Manufacturing Execution System, Paperless, etc)
• Working knowledge of Team Center, Oracle and Maximo
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with shop floor employees in a unionized environment