Manufacturing Engineer II

engineeringjobs.net, Inc.; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) and Life Insurance

Paid time off and Holidays

Volunteer time off

Matching Gifts Program

Job summary

Nordson EFD, a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems, seeks an experienced engineer to oversee production processes in a manufacturing environment. You will redesign components, analyze root causes, and drive improvements to ensure quality and manufacturability for high-volume production.

Ideal candidates hold an undergraduate engineering degree (plastics or mechanical preferred) and 3–5 years in production support or product design for injection-molded parts.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Engineering degree required, preferably Plastics and/or Mechanical.
• 3-5 years experience in production support/product design role primarily with injection molded parts and assemblies.
• Must be fluent in 3D Modeling of parts and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Redesign/modify components/systems to ensure long-term manufacturing reliability.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolution of customer complaints where engineering support is required.
• Provide Engineering support and leadership to address product quality issues in the manufacturing process
• Maintain/improve existing product designs in support of Manufacturing activities.
• Coordinates activities with internal tooling and/or automation engineers to create/ensure the ability to manufacture products on a production scale.
• Coordinates activities within the Manufacturing Engineering department to ensure product/ samples are produced that meet the component/assembly specifications.
• Creates/modifies BOM's/Engineering Masters required for production of product.
• Creates/modifies QC Inspection Procedure work instructions used to monitor component and assembly quality during manufacturing. This includes designing any tests and fixtures required for this purpose.
• Maintains and improves existing product designs.
• Ensures that engineering documentation is appropriately maintained and controlled according to ISO practices
• Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment
• Any other duties/tasks as requested by Manager.

Skills

3D modeling

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Nordson EFD, a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Job Summary

Oversee the production process in a manufacturing environment and designs, develops and implements new or revised production process to ensure quality and efficiency for the mass production of goods. Coordinate and/or perform activities relating to ensuring injection molded components or system assembly functionality and manufacturability after a product's release to market.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Redesign/modify components/systems as required to ensure long-term manufacturing reliability.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolution of customer complaints where engineering support is required.
• Provide Engineering support and leadership to address product quality issues in the manufacturing process
• Maintain/improve existing product designs in support of Manufacturing activities.
• Coordinates activities with internal tooling and/or automation engineers to create/ensure the ability to manufacture products on a production scale.
• Coordinates activities within the Manufacturing Engineering department to ensure product/ samples are produced that meet the component/assembly specifications.
• Creates/modifies BOM's/Engineering Masters required for production of product.
• Creates/modifies QC Inspection Procedure work instructions used to monitor component and assembly quality during manufacturing. This includes designing any tests and fixtures required for this purpose.
• Maintains and improves existing product designs.
• Ensures that engineering documentation is appropriately maintained and controlled according to ISO practices
• Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment
• Any other duties/tasks as requested by Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Undergraduate Engineering degree required, preferably Plastics and/or Mechanical.
• 3-5 years experience in production support/product design role primarily with injection molded parts and assemblies.
• Must be fluent in 3D Modeling of parts and assemblies

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of injection molding process and tool design as it relates to part design for manufacturability preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work effectively under deadlines.
• Ability to effectively present ideas and concepts to top management and to implement ideas that improve the process.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment requiring sitting, standing, reaching. Ability to lift up to 40lbs.

Travel Required

Estimated _10_%

Base Salary Range for this position is: $78,600 to $117,900 annually, and bonus target is 3%; shift premium may be available depending on shift associated with the specific job opportunity.

• Benefits including Medical, Rx, Vision, Dental, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Retirement and Security benefits including 401k and Life Insurance
• In addition to Paid Time Off and paid Holidays, each employee receives 16 hours paid time each calendar year to perform volunteer services for Nordson-sponsored events
• Ample opportunities for giving exist at Nordson including our Matching Gifts Program

The base pay range for this job level is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, business considerations, and local market conditions, as well as candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, and skills.

About Nordson EFD

Nordson EFD is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems and single-use fluid packaging. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson EFD is a global team that works to create systems and consumables that improve the fluid dispensing process. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson EFD. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.