Manufacturing Engineer - DFM/Lean for Electronics

Rantec Power Systems Inc.; Los Osos (CA); On-site; USD 79,600 - 113,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical & Dental & Vision

Vacation & PTO

Tuition Assistance

401K with matching

Fridays off (9/80 schedule)

Free catered lunch

Job summary

Rantec Power Systems Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to own product manufacturability and develop efficient, cost-effective processes while ensuring quality and safety.

The role partners with Design Engineering to enforce Design for Manufacturability guidelines and transfers products from design to manufacturing. Responsibilities include designing fixtures and tooling, documenting methods, and leading process improvements using Lean concepts.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a related Engineering discipline.
• 3+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge in electrical and mechanical assembly and inspection requirements including current industry standards.
• CAD/CAM/GD&T.
• 6S and Lean Manufacturing.
• Statistical Process Control methodology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees as well as outside sources.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain expertise in Best Practice Electronics Assembly and Systems Integration.
• Partner with Design Engineering from product inception to ensure Design for Manufacturability guidelines are followed.
• Review and approve all new product engineering documents as the Manufacturing DFM Gatekeeper.
• Ensure assigned products are transferred from design to manufacturing.
• Identify, design, procure, and validate fixtures, tooling, and equipment to meet business plan.
• Design and document manufacturing methods using Lean concepts to meet cost targets.
• Photo-document production processes and create detailed Assembly Instructions, MOIs, training materials, job breakdowns, and process control plans.
• Maintain and improve production documentation and tooling.
• Manage tasks and suppliers to meet schedule demands.
• Resolve production problems quickly and effectively through responsive engineering support.
• Monitor & audit production processes for efficiency, throughput, and safety improvements.
• Monitor defect trends and evaluate scrap events for process improvements and error-proofing.
• Participate in Materials Review Board and RCCA Analyses as needed.
• Assist in labor standard, setup times, machine times, or queue times updates.
• Pursue professional development to maintain engineering competence.
• Ability to work flexible hours and/or different shifts as needed.
• Adhere to OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Mechanical assembly

6S/Lean Manufacturing

Communication

Soldering & wiring

Microsoft Office

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM/GD&T

Job description

Rantec Power Systems Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to own product manufacturability and develop efficient, cost-effective processes while ensuring quality and safety.

The role partners with Design Engineering to enforce Design for Manufacturability guidelines and transfers products from design to manufacturing. Responsibilities include designing fixtures and tooling, documenting methods, and leading process improvements using Lean concepts.