Fabrication Process Engineer

Bonnell; Niles (MI); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Matching 401(k)

Competitive salary

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of aluminum products is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in manufacturing. The ideal candidate will manage projects, develop manufacturing processes, and mentor team members. Responsibilities include ensuring quality standards and creating cost estimates for aluminum fabrication. A Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience with Autodesk Inventor are required. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits, including paid vacation and insurance plans.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or mechanical engineering.
• 2+ years’ experience in Autodesk Inventor.
• Understanding of mechanical design and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing cost estimates for aluminum extrusions.
• Design and implement manufacturing processes.
• Analyze quality defects against customer standards.
• Manage project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Mechanical design

Quality analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

CNC machining

Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

Overview

Bonnell Aluminum is looking for a professional with a strong background in mechanical engineering and manufacturing. The ideal candidate should be capable of managing projects and process improvements with minimal oversight. Effective communication skills are crucial for organizing resources, efforts, and results within the organization. This individual will be responsible for making valuable improvements to designs and processes and should also mentor others to enhance the overall capability of the team. Understanding the end goal of increasing the company's bottom line is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing cost estimates for fabricated aluminum extrusions through manual and automated manufacturing cells. Providing quotes and feedback to sales and customers.
• Design, quote, and implement manufacturing processes using applied technical skills & sound judgement.
• Develop automated equipment, tooling costs, and lead times.
• Analyze quality defects and ensure that fabricated aluminum extrusions meet customer standards.
• Review & interpret manufacturing drawings to evaluate existing process capabilities & constraints.
• Apply an understanding of process and equipment failure modes to create reliable systems and processes.
• Design electro‑mechanical systems for automated equipment using engineering principles and mechanical & electrical know‑how.
• Specify materials, components, and equipment for manufacturing.
• Assemble, program, and support manufacturing systems, such as CNC machining, punching, and bending equipment.
• Provide maintenance knowledge and root‑cause analysis, use of hand tools, welding, power tools, etc.
• Manage project schedules and budgets within pre‑determined limits.
• Create processes, procedures, and standardized work to ensure effective startup and ongoing fabrication of aluminum extrusions.
• Prepare engineering reports and requests for capital with justification of ROI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering and a minimum of three years of prior relevant experience.
• Minimum two years’ experience in Autodesk Inventor.
• Moderate to advanced understanding of mechanical design, fits, weldments, and assemblies.
• Moderate understanding of drafting manufacturing prints with tolerances.
• Working knowledge and interpretation of GD&T.
• Moderate understanding of machining and fabrication methods and principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Fanuc robot programming experience.
• Allen Bradley PLC and HMI programming experience.
• General industrial controls experience (servos, VFDs, analog/digital I/O, etc.).
• CNC CAM experience.
• Hydraulic tooling design (for CNC fixtures & punch applications).

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Core values: SAFETY; INTEGRITY; RESPECT; CELEBRATION; COMMUNICATION; TRUST; DIVERSITY; and ACCOUNTABILITY.
• We’re people leaders.
• Competitive salary.
• Employee benefits:
• Paid vacation.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Matching 401(k).