Manufacturing Engineer

FIC America Corp.; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans through BCBS

FSA Healthcare

401(k) company match 50%

Life Insurance included

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

FIC America Corp. in Carol Stream, IL seeks a Manufacturing Engineer with 2+ years of experience to optimize automated welding and stamping operations.

You will design machinery layouts, analyze cycle times, and collaborate with production, vendors, and contractors to implement improvements. Preferred candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, communicate effectively, and be willing to cross-train and perform overtime.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a similar Manufacturing/Engineering role.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar program.
• Must have proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Must be willing to cross-train and work overtime as required.
• Must comply with attendance and punctuality policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee automated equipment and processes including welding and stamping.
• Prepare design sketches and CAD blueprints of machinery, fixtures, and layouts.
• Analyze lead times, takt times, and cycle times to optimize production.
• Coordinate with production personnel, vendors, and contractors on process improvements.
• Ensure safety and quality compliance (LOTO, arc flash, TS requirements).

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mitsubishi PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Omron PLC

CAD

Job description

About this position

We are actively seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. FIC America Corp. is a global Tier 1 automotive components manufacturer centrally located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversee a variety of automated equipment and processes, such as Welding (Spot, MIG / TIG, Vibration, Laser, Ultrasonic, and Plasma) and Stamping (Transfer, Progression and Blanking)
• Prepare design (hand and CAD) sketches and blueprints of machinery, fixtures, and layouts
• Calculate and analyze lead, takt, and cycle times to optimize production
• Analyze layouts of equipment, workflow, and assembly needs to devise methods to maximize efficiency
• Program, monitor, and modify Programmable Logic Controllers (e.g. -Mitsubishi PLC, Allen Bradley, and Omron) to meet safety standards and production goals
• Demonstrated Team Player with good communication skills (written & verbal)
• Process equipment evaluation, specifications, procurement, and implementation
• Coordinate with production personnel, vendors, and external contractors to implement process improvements (Kaizens)
• Structured problem solving experience (e.g. - 5 Why’s, 8D)
• Complete supporting documentation, such as poka-yoke, changeover procedures, and welding conditions to comply with TS requirements
• Work with robotic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HMI systems to meet safety standards and customer requirements
• Follow standard work instructions (e.g. - LOTO, Arc Flash, documentation)
• Primary focus on Safety
• Perform other duties assigned

Other Job Functions

• Comply with FIC’s Safety policies and procedures
• Comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 procedures and standards
• Perform 5-S activities

Requirements

• 2+ years’ minimum of experience in a similar role
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar program
• Must have proficient oral and written communication skills
• Must be willing to cross-train
• Must be able to work company’s required overtime
• Must comply with FIC’s Attendance and Punctuality Policy

Pay Range $75,000 - $95,000 year, based on qualifications and experience

Benefits Offered

• Medical plans offered through Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Transit FSA
• 401(k) – Company will match 50% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k)
• Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability paid by employer
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Employee Paid)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days Paid

Established in 1994 by Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd., we have been in Carol Stream, IL from the beginning and added an additional facility in Bloomingdale, IL. A Japanese owned manufacturer of stamped and welded products, supplying the automotive industry with performance auto parts, related to emissions, fuel, and exhaust.

FIC America Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. FIC America Corp. does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status or any other attribute or characteristic protected by law.

We are unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.