Manufacturing Engineer

Pentair Management Company; Hanover Park (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Employee stock purchase program

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Critical illness insurance

Accident insurance

Parental leave

Caregiver leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Pentair is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to evaluate, develop and improve manufacturing methods at its Hanover Park site. The role includes implementing new processes and equipment, leading kaizen events, and supporting capital projects to meet strategic goals.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality, efficiency, and cost improvements across production lines. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of manufacturing experience, strong PM skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience implementing new equipment on the production floor.
• Proven track record of using PM methodologies for improvements or capital projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and related programs.

Responsibilities

• Resolve assembly line issues and drive continuous flow while reducing defects.
• Guide operators and leads on projects, improvements, and line issues.
• Identify root causes and reduce downtime; document proposals for efficiencies.
• Ensure processes and equipment meet quality and engineering standards.
• Source outside vendors, define SOWs, and manage contracts/deliverables.
• Lead start-up and validation of new tools and equipment; conduct trials.

Skills

Project Management

Root Cause Analysis

Critical Thinking

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

JDE

Job description

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, helping people sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions to industrial water management and everything in between, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world.

Position Summary

Pentair is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to evaluate, develop and improve manufacturing methods. In this role, the Manufacturing Engineer will utilize project management skills to implement new operational processes and equipment to assist the business unit in meeting its strategic goals. The Manufacturing Engineer will participate in and support kaizen events, cell design, standard product design revisions, cost improvement projects, capital expenditure projects and supply chain initiatives. Interested candidates, who meet the requirements below, are encouraged to apply today!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides technical support for plant operations through resolving assembly line issues, implementing improvements to drive continuous flow and reduce quality related defects.
• Provide guidance and training to operators, cell leads, and Production Manager regarding projects, process improvements and issues with the line.
• Identifies root causes and develops strategies for eliminating re-occurring downtime. Continually monitor, analyze, and resolve process problems. Document all proposals for improved efficiencies and make adjustments as required.
• Works with plant quality control and manufacturing personnel to ensure process and equipment is capable of producing product that meets quality and engineering standards.
• Reviews new and modified product specifications for proper content and supports their introduction into the manufacturing floor.
• Able to source outside vendors, define SOW's and manage contract deliverables.
• Responsible for start-up, set-up, and validation of new tools and equipment, and for conducting trials, including documentation.
• Monitors process, including new equipment and tools, to ensure performance to specifications. Implements capital and non-capital projects.
• Applies statistical methods and data driven problem solving to supply capable equipment, tools, materials and processes to manufacturing.
• Assists with assuring tools, equipment, and processes comply with OSHA standards.
• Participate in the advanced product quality planning FMEA activities for the development of the control plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; Mechanical or Industrial preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with the implementation of new equipment on the production floor preferred.
• Proven track record of leveraging Project Management Methodologies to implement improvements or Capital Projects per establish timelines and budgets.
• MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook) and JDE.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills with applications (i.e. Design of Experiments, Root Cause Problem Solving, Driving SQDCC Metrics)
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Solidworks, and other related programs.

Language Skills

Proficiency in English required. Proficiency in Spanish a plus.

Compensation

For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated annualized base pay range will be from $82300- $152800/ year. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with a demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs. This position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as, annual incentive bonus.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• A generous 401(k)
• Employee stock purchase program
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Caregiver leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.