Industrialization Engineer (Early Career Opportunity)

Safran; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran in Twinsburg, Ohio seeks an Industrialization Engineer to translate design intent into manufacturing processes and deploy industrial means on the shop floor. You will develop work instructions, support pilots, and validate processes for NPIs and transfers, while collaborating across Design, Manufacturing, and Quality to resolve manufacturability issues.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in engineering and up to 2 years of manufacturing exposure, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field.
• 0–2 years of experience (internships, co-ops, or projects in manufacturing preferred).
• Familiarity with drawings/GT&D, process documentation, and basic statistics.
• Ability to read/understand prints, routings, bill of materials, and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Develop work instructions, routings, and tooling/fixtures for industrialization activities.
• Build, adapt, and validate tools and fixtures per engineering specifications.
• Support pilots and sample builds; manage shop-floor prototype logistics with Manufacturing and Quality plans.
• Support creation of assembly/testing/inspection documentation.
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, and collect production data for improvements.
• Execute validation runs, document results, and implement changes on the line.
• Comply with EHS and quality requirements; maintain 5S and waste-free conditions.
• Prepare content for industrial validation and first article deliverables.
• Assist with process trials, capability, and capacity checks.
• Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, and Quality to resolve manufacturability issues.

Skills

Prints reading

Process documentation

Statistics basics

Written & verbal communication

MS Office

ERP/MES exposure

CAD familiarity

3D modeling software

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field

Tools

MS Office

ERP/MES

CAD

3D modeling

Job description

The Industrialization Engineer translates design intent into manufacturable process elements under the supervision of a senior engineer. He/she is also responsible for the deployment of industrial means, documentation, and validation of processes on the shop floor to realize product/manufacturing intent for NPIs, major design/process changes, and Transfers of Work projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop work instructions, routings, and tooling/fixture for industrialization activities.
• Build, adapt, and validate tools and fixtures per engineering specifications.
• Support pilots and sample builds. Manage shop-floor prototype logistics (materials, tooling, test readiness) in coordination with Manufacturing and Quality plans.
• Support creation of assembly/testing/inspection documentation.
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, collect production data, and propose layout/flow adjustments for engineer review.
• Support data analysis for cycle-time and quality improvements of NPI and existing production activities.
• Execute validation runs, document results, and implement approved changes on the line.
• Comply with EHS and quality requirements.
• Maintain 5S and point-of-use condition for all industrialization activities.
• Prepare content for industrial validation and first article deliverables.
• Assist with process trials, capability, and capacity checks.
• Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, and Quality to resolve manufacturability issues.
• Ensure adherence to internal industrialization processes and change-control practices.
• Interfaces with design engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and other Industrialization engineers.
• Evaluates drawings, specifications, and other data to determine requirements for process improvements, requirements, and capital equipment purchases.
• Advises, directs, and trains production personnel in manufacturing techniques and methods.
• Reviews non-conforming products and develop corrective actions based on root cause analysis for industrialization projects.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work outside regular business hours as necessary.

Job Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field.
• 0–2 years of experience (internships, co-ops, or projects in manufacturing preferred).
• Familiarity with drawings/GT&D, process documentation, and basic statistics.
• Software: MS Office, ERP/MES exposure; CAD familiarity is a plus.
• Ability to read/understand prints, routings, bill of materials, and work instructions.
• Knowledge of 3D modeling software or the ability to learn.
• Written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electromechanical or power electronics products (see site definition).
• Understanding diverse manufacturing processes such as molding, machining, welding, and assembly.
• Knowledge of electronic/electrical specifications and standards (commercial and military).
• Root Cause and Corrective Action Methodology.

Product Line Specific Qualifications

• Power Electronics - Electronics experience - PCB/PCBA manufacturing (SMT, selective soldering, conformal coating, testing, etc) Design for manufacturing and assembly for electronics.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting 40% / Standing 40% / Walking & lifting 20% (up to 35 lbs)

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions.

Equal split between office work and working on a production line. On-site role with shop-floor presence

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call : 330 321 4172. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.