Manufacturing Engineer

GCX; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GCX is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive development and documentation of manufacturing processes across domestic and international supply chains. You will support process validation, verification plans, and collaborate with suppliers, QA, and engineering to ensure robust production readiness.

The role requires strong CAD skills (CREO/SolidWorks), Lean manufacturing background, and experience with ISO 9001/13485 quality systems. On-site with flexibility for special remote situations.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering from a recognized university.
• 7+ years in engineering within a manufacturing environment with CNC, sheet metal, finishing, product transfers and technical leadership.
• Experience with ISO 9001/ISO 13485 QMS, risk management, and CAPA.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and documentation of manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate processes by designing tests and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ensure product and process quality through testing and validation of manufacturing processes.
• Review designs and documentation for transfer readiness and risk assessment.
• Lead remediation of engineering designs and documentation during product transfers.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and manufacturability assessments.

Skills

CAD CREO/SolidWorks

LEAN MANUFACTURING

Problem Solving

Cross-functional Leadership

QMS ISO 9001/13485

CAPA

GD&T

MS Excel

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CREO Parametric

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

• On site position with schedule flexibility to support production operations for first and/or second shift. Typically, 07:00 to 18:00 time band with possibility of remote work in special situations when approved.
• A person with an engineering background who will focus on the development of manufacturing processes both with domestic and international
• Manufacturing process development includes the definition, creation, execution of process validation and on-going verification plans.
• The person will be actively involved in inspections throughout the supply chain, as well as functional testing.
• A person with a technical background on 3D CAD software, aluminum extrusions, sheet metal, metal fabrication, welding, metal stamping, CNC machining on 3- and 4-axis machines, and finishing processes including powder coating, anodizing, zinc plating, nickel plating, etc., plastic injection molding, aluminum high pressure die casting and gravity casting. https://www.gcx.com/products/
• Oversees, coordinates, and supports activities involved in manufacturing, fabrication, operation, application, installation, repair and change of mechanical or electromechanical products and systems.
• Provides technical and manufacturing support to purchasing/supply chain, receiving, quality assurance, quality control, EPM (machine shop), ELP (assembly), configuration management, and shipping departments as well as suppliers.
• The person will interface and build cooperative working relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal employees, therefore excellent written and verbal skills are required.

Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Be responsible for driving the development and documentation of manufacturing processes.
• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research/testing; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; working with suppliers and internal machine shops, and soliciting observations from operators.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods, testing finished product and process capabilities, establishing standards, and validating and/or verifying manufacturing processes.
• Be responsible for the re-review of product quality, including but not limited to, manufacturing processes based on our risk management process (production and post-production feedback).
• Investigate both production and post-production feedback issues.
• Develop positive relationships and work closely with functional managers to create, manage, and implement on-going verification plans.
• Act as consultant to the Quality, Manufacturing and Engineering organizations to improve Quality and Manufacturing processes including changes to processes and products, including engineering and supplier changes and product transfers.
• Provide Engineering expertise requiring advanced/specialized skills and a broad range of quality engineering expertise.
• Understand and drive Lean manufacturing internally and with suppliers.
• Support product designs as it relates to the manufacturability of the product.
• Develop new or improved manufacturing processes, constantly working to improve systems.
• Facilitate the successful launch of new products.
• Resolve any manufacturing and supplier quality concerns.
• Responsible for the creation of fixtures and development of tools that help with the production of our components and assembled products.
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for fixtures design and layout modifications and changes.
• Assures process capabilities, establishing standards, and validating and/or verifying manufacturing processes.
• Develop positive relationships and work closely with functional teams to create, manage, and implement on-going verification plans.
• Provide Engineering expertise requiring advanced/specialized skills and a broad range of quality engineering expertise.
• Understand and drive Lean Manufacturing internally.
• Support product designs as it relates to the manufacturability of the product.
• Develop new or improved manufacturing processes, constantly working to improve systems.
• Facilitate the successful launch of new products.
• Resolve any manufacturing and quality concerns.
• Responsible for Manufacturing Engineering activities to accomplish transfers of GCX products and components to suppliers.
• Actively helps develop and advance business processes related to the role.
• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research; applying knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication, assembly, and materials; working with functional teams and soliciting observations from operators.
• Review designs and documentation to assess condition and risks to transfer success.
• Lead the remediation of engineering designs & documentation when required by product transfers.
• DFA, DFM, and DFMEA collaboration, review, and acceptance for manufacturing processes.
• Support final component and assembly V&V activities.
• Participate in team meetings internally and externally.

Qualifications:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent (from a recognized university).
• 7+ years related experience particularly in Engineering in a manufacturing environment with CNC machined components, sheet metal components, finishing over fabricated parts like powder coat, anodize, vinyl coats, and plating processes, product transfers, and technical leadership.
• Strong understanding of mechanical properties and specifications of standard materials (metal and polymers), fasteners, and hardware.
• Knowledge of QMS practices (ISO 9001/ ISO 13485) including experience with risk management and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive actions).
• A resourceful and collaborative leader in cross functional teams addressing issues of complex products and processes.
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Possesses strong analytical skills, judgment, and problem-solving ability.
• Desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Strong Analytical skills Ability to cope with multiple complex situations daily.
• Strong adaptation of concepts, theories, and principles to problems.
• Organized data and file management for multiple projects and tasks on daily basics.
• Capable of analyzing complex situations, understanding the ‘big picture’, and determining effective strategies and tactics.
• Proficiency in CAD systems such as CREO Parametric (ProE) and SolidWorks or similar.
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft Applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in engineering drawings and ASME Y14.5 GD&T or ISO/DIN.
• Knowledge of QC metrology tools and methods such as measuring instruments and machines (optical comparator, height gage, hardness tester, Fluency with mechanical components and mechanical assembly drawings, work instructions, and customer assembly instructions.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies and assembly instructions using standard shop tools, presses, and torque meters.
• Experience working with external partners, such as contracted resources, suppliers, and manufacturers.