Manufacturing Engineer I - Automation

Parker Hannifin; Union City (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I in Union City, Pennsylvania. This entry-level position focuses on assisting with the design and implementation of manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include supporting process improvements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing engineering design support. Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 0-2 years of experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in engineering software and general office applications.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and design of manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement process improvement projects.
• Provide input regarding design concepts and specifications.

Skills

Knowledge of engineering core concepts

Analytical problem-solving

Continuous improvement methods

Knowledge of CAD/CAM systems

Effective communication skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related Engineering field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Job description

Position Summary

Under direct supervision, the Manufacturing Engineer I is an entry level role that assists with designing, implementing, and reviewing manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment. Supports the manufacture and assembly of new and existing Parker products typically in a single facility. Assists in developing improved manufacturing techniques, testing new systems and methods for efficiency, and planning assembly layouts to optimize production, quality, cost, and safety.

Scope / Supervision And Interaction

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct or indirect reports.

Essential Functions

• Manufacturing Process Flow – Assists in the planning and design of manufacturing processes to improve the manufacture and assembly of new and existing products. Helps determine equipment, and tooling needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product and quality specifications.
• Process Improvement – Assists in developing and implementing process improvement projects that focus on manufacturing efficiency, material yield, safety, and cost.
• Engineering Design Support – Provides input to more senior engineers regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Regulatory Compliance – Helps ensure basic processes and procedures comply with regulations. Learns to apply frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Remediation – Investigates and makes recommendations for corrective action to ensure product quality and resolve quality issues.
• Performs additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related Engineering field with 0-2 years of experience.
• Knowledge and ability to apply core concepts of engineering.
• Ability to apply a systematic, disciplined, and analytical approach to problem solving of basic to moderate scope and complexity.
• Effectively apply continuous improvement methods to quality and manufacturing functions (e.g. pull systems, process mapping, JIT).
• Knowledge of data structures and database programming.
• Ability to work effectively with CAD/CAM systems or other computer aided manufacturing systems, in addition to standard business application software and/or specialized data analysis tools.
• Ability to use existing procedures to solve problems.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to research and analyze data effectively and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Afffiative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)