Manufacturing Engineer

Nidec Minster Corporation; Minster (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Minster Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive efficient machining and assembly processes in our Manufacturing Engineering Group. Responsibilities include CNC programming of lathes and mills, documentation, tool/fixture design, and root-cause analysis to improve quality, cost, and throughput.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering or related field (or equivalent experience), plus 3 years in manufacturing. Proficiency with CAM programs and ERP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred, but not required.
• Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with drafting, design, and CAM programming for lathes and mills.
• Experience with machine tools, tool holders, fixtures, and cutting tools.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs from 3D models; Siemens NX experience preferred.
• Create, modify, and maintain setup sheets and tool lists.
• Participate in problem-solving and root cause analysis processes.
• Review engineering prints and update CNC programs as needed.
• Develop part fixturing, process drawings, and routers; estimate setup times.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness; ensure compliance with policies.
• Provide cost/benefit analyses to support process improvements.
• Research new manufacturing tech; interact with vendors to enhance capabilities.
• Collaborate across departments to resolve machining limitations and reduce cost.
• Manage time effectively to meet production, quality, and delivery schedules.

Skills

CNC programming

Solid modeling

Blueprint reading

Geometric dimensioning & tolerancing

Interpersonal skills

Mathematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

CAM programming

ERP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

Nidec Minster Corporation has an immediate opening for a Manufacturing Engineer in our Manufacturing Engineering Group. Primary duties include developing efficient manufacturing processes through activities such as CNC programming of Lathes & Mills, process documentation, estimating, tool and fixture design, quality control, technical support to internal/external customers and suppliers, and identifying opportunities for improvement in all areas of manufacturing.

Job Responsibilities

• Create CNC Programs using 3D models. Siemens NX experience preferred.
• Create, modify, and maintain documentation. (setup sheets, tool lists, etc.)
• Participate in Problem-solving and Root Cause & Corrective Action process.
• Review engineering print and model revisions and update CNC programs as required.
• Work with other personnel to develop part fixturing, process drawings, process routers, tooling requirements, and set-up & cycle time estimates.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment, maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Provide cost/benefit analysis and purchase items that support process improvements directed at on-time delivery, improved quality, and reductions in product cost.
• Research and test new manufacturing technology. Interact with Vendor base to stay current with improvements that may enhance work holding and machining capabilities.
• Work with others outside the department throughout the organization as needed to resolve any limitations on machining of parts and offer improvement suggestions to reduce cost, improve thru-put, and/or improve product quality.
• Manage time appropriately and respond quickly to all inquiries so that production, quality and delivery schedules are met.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a focus in engineering, or manufacturing technology preferred, but not required.
• 3 years of experience in manufacturing environment.
• Must have basic knowledge of drafting, design, and CAM programming of lathes & mills and machine shop experience using CNC machine tools (metal removal).
• Experience with spindle load monitoring, tool life monitoring, adaptive feed control monitoring software, probing, and connected factory for machine monitoring a plus.
• Extensive understanding of solid modeling.
• Able to communicate with sufficient interpersonal skills.
• Must have advanced understanding in blue print reading/ geometric tolerance interpretation.
• Must have knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, cutter geometry, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines. As well as understanding of machine speeds and feeds.
• Must be able to use AI, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and ERP experience is a plus.
• Must demonstrate the ability to understand and work with basic mathematical concepts.
• Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and follow through on issues in a timely manner.
• Ability to work to specifications with extremely high attention to detail.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Nidec Minster will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. No agency calls.

An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, M/F/D/V