Industrialization Engineer I

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

Job summary

Safran S.A. in Twinsburg, OH, is seeking an Industrialization Engineer Level 1 to translate design intent into manufacturable processes on the shop floor.

You will deploy industrial means, document, and validate processes for NPIs, major design changes, transfers of work, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires developing work instructions, toolings, and fixtures; supporting pilots; conducting time studies; and collaborating with Design, Manufacturing, and Quality to resolve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, manufacturing, or related engineering field.
• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Familiarity with drawings/GT&D, process documentation, and basic statistics.
• Proficiency in MS Office; CAD familiarity is a plus.
• Ability to read/understand prints, routings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

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 with Manufacturing and Quality.
• Support creation of assembly/testing/inspection documentation.
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, collect production data, and propose layout/flow changes.
• Support data analysis for cycle-time and quality improvements of NPI and existing production.
• 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.
• Interface with design engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and other Industrialization engineers.
• Evaluate drawings, specifications, and data to determine requirements for process improvements, capital equipment.
• Advise, direct, and train production personnel in manufacturing techniques and methods.
• Review non-conforming products and develop corrective actions based on root cause analysis.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work outside regular business hours as necessary.

Skills

MS Office

ERP/MES exposure

CAD familiarity

Print reading

3D modeling software

Written and verbal communication

Education

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

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MES

3D modeling software

Job description

Location: Twinsburg, OH

Days/week Onsite: 5 days per week

Summary

The industrialization engineer level 1 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.

Qualifications

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.
• Strong project management skills.
• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

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)

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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