Manufacturing Engineer

SKF; South Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF in Sumter, SC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes and equipment. You will collaborate with maintenance, logistics, and quality teams to improve productivity and cost efficiency.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering background with 2–4 years of relevant experience; proficiency in CAD/CAM and SolidWorks is preferred, along with CNC programming capabilities. This position is on-site at Sumter facility.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related degree with 2–4 years of experience.
• Demonstrated problem solving required.
• Demonstrated ability to apply Lean tools in assignments.
• Metal working experience preferred; CAD/CAM/SolidWorks experience noted.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes and improve productivity.
• Develop capital plans and PARs; manage schedules and costs.
• Set labor standards and maintain process documentation.
• Lead cost reduction and process-improvement projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Lean tools

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Technical Associate Degree/Apprenticeship

Tools

CAD/CAM

SolidWorks

CNC programming

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Sumter, SC

Salary Range: $ 80,000.00 to $ 90,000.00

About SKF: SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

Were guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

Were a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.

Position Summary

Performs engineering work varied in nature and complexity encompassing planning, evaluating, designing, developing and adapting tools, machines, and new technologies for the purpose of producing new products, increasing productivity on existing products, enhancing quality and reducing manufacturing costs (i.e., the optimum use of workers, machines, materials and facilities). Works closely with other engineers, maintenance, logistics, manufacturing and quality to achieve optimum manufacturing objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Makes mathematically/mechanical computations and independent analyses applying scientific and engineering principles, practices and appropriate analytical tools as required.
• Develops capital plan and initiates appropriation requests (PARs) for major projects. Establishes systems for control of project progress, time schedules and costs. In conjunction with Accounting, prepares PAR post completion audits.
• Establishes engineering and equipment standards for efficient application of resources and maintains records and files.
• Directly responsible for the engineering and related functions of his/her assigned manufacturing operation(s) including:

• 1. The setup and maintenance of labor standards
  2. Development of the manufacturing process for new products and maintaining process documentation including manufacturing drawings, tooling, fixtures, BOM, process routings, SPIs, etc.
  3. Methods, processes and procedures analysis and work simplification techniques
  4. Designing and subcontracting of tools, fixtures and gauging
  5. Controlling NC/CNC functions, including setup sheets, DNC systems and all other interacting projects as well as the training of operators and others
  6. Analyzing and processing engineering change requests
  7. Plant, machinery, equipment, assembly layouts
  8. Troubleshooting technically challenging problems (machinery, equipment, processes)
  9. Analyzing for improvement to labor, manufacturing costs, variances and margins

• Initiates cost reduction proposals and investigates proposals from other sources. Compiles appropriate information, makes recommendations for action, implements (if appropriate) and checks on results obtained.
• Directs / oversees cost reduction and product / process improvement projects as assigned.
• Renders technical service to all other departments as required.
• Lead or participate in development of Corrective Actions to address internal or externally identified problems.
• Manages / performs other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related degree plus 2 - 4 years of relevant experience. A minimum education requirement of a Technical Associate Degree/Apprenticeship Graduate plus at least 5 - 8 years of directly relatable or equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Demonstrated problem solving required.
• Demonstrated ability to apply proper analytical and/or Lean tools in completion of their assignments
• Metal working experience preferred (drilling, turning, taping, grinding & selecting associated tools)
• CNC programming preferred
• Manufacturing experience preferred (taking raw material and making finished product)
• Assembly experience preferred
• Face to Face customer experience preferred
• CAD/CAM, SolidWorks experien