Manufacturing Electrical Engineer

Timberline Manufacturing; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized electrical contract manufacturer in Marion, Iowa, is seeking a Manufacturing Electrical Engineer. This role involves providing improvement solutions for production and quality initiatives. Candidates should have at least 5 years of engineering experience alongside module assembly and radio test experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential. The position requires strong communication skills, organization, and a detail-oriented mindset. Benefits include a supportive employee-owned environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Manufacturing Electrical Engineering experience.
• 5 years of module assembly and radio test experience required.
• Ability to lift 50lbs on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities within the Electronics Engineering Departments.
• Ensure timely availability of tools, equipment, and procedures.
• Maintain Production Schedule to meet goals/metrics.
• Provide technical assistance and training for floor test technicians.
• Assist in driving Continuous Improvement/5S activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organization

Attention to detail

Customer appreciation mentality

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

BECOME AN OWNER, MAKE A DIFFERENCE, AND BUILD FRIENDSHIPS

Who We Are

Founded in 1993, Timberline Manufacturing provides electrical contract manufacturing with a specialization in wire harness assembly, control panels, and electronic assembly. Timberline is 100% employee-owned since 2012. Along with employee ownership, we provide opportunities for advancement, professional growth and financial rewards. From the moment you enter the building, we greet you as a person, not a number.

What We Value

We're not the first to say it, but we certainly mean it - our employees are what makes Timberline so great. That's why we're an employee-owned company.

Manufacturing Electrical Engineer

Description: Support electronics by providing continuous improvement solutions for production, testing and quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities within the Electronics Engineering Departments
• Ensure timely availability of tools, equipment and procedures required to support module build and radio testing
• Maintain Production Schedule-to ensure Production goals/metrics are met.
• Ensure all test procedures and protocols are documented and align with customer test requirements
• Work to resolve design and build issues
• Coordinate design changes and improvements with customers
• Maintain test documentation in current configuration and oversee accurate change management procedures for test documents
• Evaluate, select and recommend capital test equipment using sound cost/payback analysis
• Provide technical assistance and training support for floor test technicians
• Monitor projects are they move through Electronics Engineering Departments
• Provide root cause analysis of failures & provide timely communication of such data to customers for potential revisions
• Ensure Ship on Time objectives are met on a daily basis to meet customer expectations.
• Monitor products as they move through the Production and Testing process. Problem solves issues as they develop in order to maintain goals and objectives
• Coordinate with the HR department to address personnel needs and issues as situations arise.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and maintained on the production floor
• Assist in driving Continuous Improvement/5S activities/LEAN initiatives throughout Timberline
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• 5 years Manufacturing Electrical Engineering experience
• 5 years of module assembly and radio test experience required
• Strong working knowledge of all Microsoft products including Excel, Outlook, and Word required.
• Must have strong communication skills to communicate with other employee owners, team leads, and production supervisors.
• Highly organized with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a positive attitude with a customer appreciation mentality
• Attention to detail with the ability to problem solve
• Ability to lift 50lbs on a regular basis

Timberline Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.