Manufacturing Engineer

TekWissen ®; Forest (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for an onsite role in Ohio. You will analyze processes, develop methods, and collaborate with suppliers to optimize production efficiency and quality.

The position emphasizes lean manufacturing, process control, and CAD/CAM tooling; you will lead improvements, mentor teammates, and interface with customers to present program status and resolve issues. Candidates should hold a BS in Manufacturing Engineering and have extensive experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Eight years or more of increasingly responsible related experience.
• U.S. Citizenship/Residency for ITAR/EAR purposes where applicable, with proof if required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates complex manufacturing processes through process analysis and supplier input to optimize production.
• Develops and tests manufacturing methods, prepares instructions for production personnel.
• Develops CNC programs and selects cutters for efficient machining.
• Designs tools, dies, gauges, and fixtures for production or experimental use.
• Implements continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles across high-impact areas.
• Leads cross-functional projects and communicates status to stakeholders.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Process analysis

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Team leadership

Problem solving

Statistical methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD/CAM systems

CNC programming (G-code)

Job description

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Work Type: Onsite

Responsibilities

Job Description:

• Evaluates complex manufacturing processes by conducting process analysis, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials, conferring with suppliers, and soliciting observations from operators/production technicians.
• Develops complex manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; and conferring with equipment suppliers. Prepares written and graphical work instructions to communicate manufacturing requirements to production personnel.
• Develops programs for machining parts, tools, or sheet metal on CNC controlled machine tools (G-code).
• Makes proper cutter selections with consideration for speeds, feeds, cutter types, materials and control system limitations.
• Selects program routines for efficient calculation of dimensional and machining requirements for each part.
• Tests and modifies existing parts programs for engineering changes or program improvements.
• Designs, develops and implements tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use with consideration of accessibility, economy, mobility, and performance requirements.
• Refines and enhances products and processes by applying continuous improvement and key lean manufacturing/production principles and techniques to critical or high-impact areas of production.
• May lead special projects for a variety of products and processes.
• Frequent formal and informal customer interface to present program status, including analysis of product failure, probable cause, and corrective plan.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, equipment layout and establishing and implementing design for manufacture and assembly plans.
• Assures process control and reliability for broad areas of manufacturing that may include supplier base as appropriate.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods, testing finished product and process capabilities, and establishing standards to confirm and validate manufacturing process requirements.
• Determines root cause of failures using statistical methods (e.g. design of experiment, statistical process control) that may result in changes in design, tolerances, or processing methods.
• Recommends and implements changes to manufacturing processes by analyzing production, labor standards, and material costs, reviewing production schedules, and estimating future requirements.
• Performs program reviews of technical issues at supplier base or assist suppliers to initiate continuous improvement processes.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing industry networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and/or participating in professional associations.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements (e.g. environmental, building code, safety, etc.) by studying existing and new legislation, ensuring adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
• Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses. Analyzes, substantiates, and proposes changes in methods and materials with cost and quality impact.
• May provide leadership to others in department. Acts as prime contact on high level projects.
• Establishes goals and objectives required to complete projects. Trains and mentors less experienced employees.
• Shares specialized knowledge with others. Represents company on high-level projects.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Work assignments may include cross-functional (e.g. quality, design, or test engineering) or project team responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (BS) in Manufacturing Engineering or related engineering field.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through eight years or more of increasingly responsible related experience.
• Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations ( ITAR ) and the Export Administration Regulations ( EAR ), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S.
• Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions.
• All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing and production engineering theories, principles, practices, techniques and concepts and broad knowledge of other related engineering areas and general business operations.
• Thorough knowledge of aerospace or similar industry products and ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing/production principles and techniques.
• May require thorough knowledge of process analysis review and statistical process control.
• Ability to develop and write programs for numerically controlled machines. May require ability to design and develop tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures and prototypes for production or experimental use.
• Ability to apply and work effectively with CAD/CAM systems or other computer-aided manufacturing systems.
• Ability to apply drafting and related machining systems to make recommendations for improved productivity.
• Ability to work on a variety of technical problems of diverse scope and complexity where analysis and evaluation of various outcomes require tradeoffs; solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways and evaluate alternative solutions that may require coordination across multiple teams.
• Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings, technical policies and recommend changes to procedures; effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management; respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to negotiate effectively to obtain best prices and terms on products, materials, and services.
• General knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to manufacturing plants.
• Ability to use standard business applications software and/or specialized data analysis tools.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal-setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.

Work Environment And Physical Demands

• The work environment characteristics and physical demands 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.