Manufacturing Engineer I

Benchmark Electronics; Goodview (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Electronics seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to serve as a technical liaison across Design, Procurement, Assembly, and Quality to ensure high-quality products move smoothly from design to production. You will participate in design reviews and advise on manufacturability, tooling needs, and vendor evaluations.

This full-time role supports a 24/7 global operation with Lean improvement responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0–2 years manufacturing engineering experience in a precision machine shop environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of continuous improvement tools (Lean Sigma) and willingness to participate in Lean initiatives

Responsibilities

• Attend design reviews and evaluate product manufacturability and cost.
• Review engineering drawings for production release and compatibility with manufacturing techniques.
• Support make/buy evaluations and advise on internal vs external manufacturing capabilities.
• Assist in vendor surveys and determine tooling, fixtures, and equipment needs.
• Provide manufacturing flow charts and assembly floor layouts to optimize product flow.
• Participate in MRB and disposition of discrepant material.
• Contribute to Change Control Board reviews to ensure producibility.
• Monitor production activities and identify opportunities for material and labor efficiency.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Technical liaison

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors of Science in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

WebEx

Job description

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary

Provides technical manufacturing liaison required for the production of high quality products from the design phase through all phases of production. Liaison between the Program Design, Procurement, Assembly, and Quality Departments to promote an efficient and well-organized manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Attends design reviews and provides product evaluations to insure the product design lends itself to practical, economical manufacturing techniques.
• Assists in reviewing engineering design drawings prior to "Production Release" for product and compatibility with "state-of-the-art" manufacturing techniques.
• Assists in make/buy evaluations and makes recommendations on "IN-HOUSE" VS. "OUTSIDE VENDOR" manufacturing capabilities.
• Assists in vendor surveys.
• Evaluates the requirements for assembly tooling, fixtures, and equipment required to support the manufacturing operations.
• Participates in Material Review Board (MRB) activities and takes an active role in the dispositioning of discrepant material and/or assemblies.
• Participates in the Change Control Board (CCB) review of engineering change orders to insure proposed design changes are producible and within manufacturing capabilities
• Assists in the monitoring of daily production activities and makes recommendations on material and/or labor reductions to promote efficiency of operation.
• Coordinates with the Methods and Tooling groups and provides the technical product or specification drawing interpretations required for the design and fabrication of assembly tools, fixtures, and process methods instructions.
• Provides manufacturing assembly flow charts required to support the product flow and/or assembly sequence.
• Provides manufacturing assembly floor and equipment layouts required to promote an efficient flow of product through the various assembly states.
• Conducts any special manufacturing projects, evaluations or surveys as directed by management.
• Actively participate in Lean projects and activities including 5S, TPM, VSM, etc.

Other information

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required
• Effective organization and prioritization skills
• Demonstrate high attention to detail
• Ability to work with diverse groups
• Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance, exercising discretion and independent judgment.
• Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
• Strong customer service and client focus
• Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software
• Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by management
• 0-2 years manufacturing engineering experience in a precision machine shop environment
• Supports a 24/7 global business operation as required
• Basic Lean Sigma concepts, methodologies and tools
• Able to travel as required

Education

Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by management

Geographical Location

Minnesota: Winona

Physical Location

Winona, MN - West (4245)

Shift

Shift 1

Work Schedule

M-F 0730-1600

Full Time

Full Time

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark your career is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.

Safety-Sensitive Position and Drug Testing Notice

This position is classified as safety-sensitive because impairment while performing job duties could pose a significant risk of harm. Where permitted by applicable law or required by federal regulation, Benchmark will conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which may include testing for THC. In jurisdictions that restrict pre-employment cannabis testing or prohibit action based solely on non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites, Benchmark will comply with local requirements. Benchmark maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace and may conduct reasonable-suspicion and post-incident testing in accordance with applicable law.

Compensation Range

$71,678.00 to $107,517.00 USD. Many factors are considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to skills, certifications, licensures, experience, training, incumbent data, and other business needs.

Benefits and Other Compensation

Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.

Application Deadline

This job posting will remain open until filled.

Additional Notices

Benchmark adheres to applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits. This includes, but is not limited to, providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state, may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing [e-mail].

Export Control

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take weeks to be processed.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a dynamic workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail].