Manufacturing Engineer

Onesubsea; Whittier (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Onesubsea is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Whittier, Alaska to develop and improve manufacturing techniques, processes, and standards across Process, Production, and Technology sectors. You will lead process improvements, utilize Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality and efficiency in manufacturing.

The ideal candidate should hold a BS Engineering degree and have a minimum of 2 years of experience. This position offers an opportunity to drive innovative solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering Degree with 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to design and implement manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Lead implementation of manufacturing processes and solve complex problems.
• Drive continuous improvement projects and establish key performance indicators.

Skills

Lean principles

Six Sigma tools

Root cause analysis

Process improvement

Education

BS Engineering Degree

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer – Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer position can be in Process, Production, or Technology, each focusing on innovative, cost‑effective manufacturing solutions.

Manufacturing Engineer – Process

• Design and develop new and improved manufacturing techniques, processes, and procedures.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing processes and techniques using Lean principles.
• Establish standards, implementation plans, and training for shop‑floor personnel.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing Technology to create processes for new products and capture lessons learned for existing processes.

Manufacturing Engineer – Production

• Lead implementation of manufacturing processes and techniques, including Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Own manufacturing processes and standards; enforce implementation through training, monitoring metrics, and oversight.
• Solve complex manufacturing problems and troubleshoot quality and production yield issues.
• Implement process improvements to achieve manufacturing excellence in yield, cycle time, and productivity.
• Provide shop‑floor feedback on product design and manufacturability to Engineering and DFMs.
• Review and sign off on Engineering Change Orders that impact inventory, product life cycle, or obsolescence.
• Create, implement, and monitor key performance indicators and metrics on manufacturing process capability and product quality.
• Monitor and reduce process costs.
• Assist with investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation for manufacturing quality issues.

Manufacturing Engineer – Technology

• Ensure new processes are established using Lean concepts: standardized work instructions, line balancing, layout optimization, training matrices, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen/5S, pull processes, TPM, cell design, and quick changeover/batch‑size optimization.
• Drive continuous improvement projects on manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate and benchmark best‑in‑class manufacturing techniques for Schlumberger and OEM products.
• Establish pilot testing and scale‑up plans for manufacturing technology implementation.
• Work with Manufacturing and Engineering Métiers and stakeholders during prove‑out testing of processes.
• Support the Manufacturing Engineer (DFM) on technology issues/constraints for NPD and RR projects.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Métiers and other resources to share and leverage best practices.
• Ensure manufacturing technology solutions achieve required quality levels, reliability, and consistency.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering Degree and 2 years of experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SLB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with applicable laws regarding disability accommodations.