Fabrication/Manufacturing Engineer

Klöckner & Co SE; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Wellness Stipend

Paid Life insurance

Paid Short / Long-Term Disability

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount

Job summary

Klöckner & Co SE is looking for a Fabrication/Manufacturing Engineer to design and sustain production processes, ensuring high-quality products. This role involves evaluating production methods, developing workflows, and collaborating with various teams to refine manufacturing techniques.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and experience with CAD tools and PLC programming. Significant perks include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with CAD tools, PLC programming and automation systems.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, project management and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and refine production methods to boost efficiency, minimize waste and reduce costs.
• Develop workflows, arrange equipment layouts and establish assembly processes.
• Diagnose and fix equipment problems while addressing production bottlenecks.
• Create and maintain quality standards, including testing and inspection procedures.
• Identify, install, and validate new manufacturing equipment.
• Partner with design, R&D and leadership teams to move products to full-scale production.
• Ensure all processes meet health, safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

CAD tools

PLC programming

lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

analytical thinking

problem-solving

project management

communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

The Fabrication/Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, improving, and sustaining production processes to deliver high-quality products efficiently, safely, and at optimal cost. They serve as the link between product design and manufacturing, applying new technologies, resolving equipment issues, and streamlining workflows using lean principles. Their work includes upgrading machinery, defining production methods, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Summary of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

Process Improvement: Evaluate and refine production methods to boost efficiency, minimize waste, and reduce costs

Production Planning: Develop workflows, arrange equipment layouts, and establish assembly processes for new and existing products

Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and fix equipment problems while addressing production bottlenecks

Quality Control: Create and maintain quality standards, including testing and inspection procedures

Equipment Management: Identify, install, and validate new manufacturing equipment

Collaboration: Partner with design, R&D, and leadership teams to move products from prototype to full-scale production

Safety & Compliance: Ensure all processes meet health, safety, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering

Technical Skills: Experience with CAD tools (such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD), PLC programming, and automation systems (e.g., robotics and sensors)

Methodologies: Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis techniques

Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, project management, and communication abilities

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount

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