Associate Manufacturing Engineer — Automation & Process Improvement

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC; Michigan City (IN); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 115 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC in Michigan City, IN is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead automation initiatives, optimize electromechanical assembly, and drive continuous improvement across Operations, Engineering, Quality and CI teams.

The role focuses on developing scalable processes, partnering with lean teams, and delivering ROI-driven capital projects while coordinating external integrators and suppliers. Strong CAD skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or industrial automation within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Hands‑on experience with electromechanical assembly processes and automation systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CAD software such as SolidWorks or equivalent.
• Strong communication, leadership and influencing skills with ability to work effectively in cross‑functional environments.

Responsabilités

• Identify, evaluate and implement automation opportunities that improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity and labor efficiency.
• Develop scalable manufacturing processes and assembly methods for electromechanical products and configured solutions.
• Partner with Operations and Lean/CI teams to improve manufacturing flow, reduce waste, optimize labor utilization and improve throughput.
• Support plant operations with troubleshooting and resolution of critical manufacturing process, automation or controls-related issues as needed.
• Functional ownership of item routings, work Instructions and process flow documentation.
• Review drawings, blueprints, sketches, manuals, or sample parts to determine appropriate manufacturing process. Create drawings in SolidWorks or similar.
• Create/Update information for creation of BOMs/Routings in ERP.
• Benchmark industry best practices and introduce new manufacturing technologies, automation strategies and assembly techniques.
• Support capital project business cases including ROI analysis, equipment justification, labor savings and implementation timelines.
• Support equipment sourcing activities including supplier selection, design reviews, installation and startup.
• Coordinate and manage external system integrators, machine builders and automation suppliers.
• Establish standardized manufacturing and automation practices across multiple facilities.
• Create and maintain project timing plans, track deliverables, identify risks and drive recovery actions where required.
• Support Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly initiatives with Engineering teams during new product introduction.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including process flows, work instructions, PFMEA inputs and standard work.
• Support manufacturing layout optimization, capacity planning and equipment utilization initiatives.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions related to manufacturing quality or process issues.
• Drive cross-functional alignment and collaboration between Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement teams.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Outils

SolidWorks

Description du poste

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC in Michigan City, IN is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead automation initiatives, optimize electromechanical assembly, and drive continuous improvement across Operations, Engineering, Quality and CI teams.

The role focuses on developing scalable processes, partnering with lean teams, and delivering ROI-driven capital projects while coordinating external integrators and suppliers. Strong CAD skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.