Manufacturing Engineer II - Onsite

Starkey Hearing Technologies; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 78,540 - 104,475; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks PTO

Benefits package

Onsite cafeteria

Wellness center

Job summary

Starkey Hearing Technologies in Eden Prairie, MN, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer II to develop and improve processes for manufacturing and assembly of our hearing products. You will lead cross‑functional initiatives, interface with R&D and contract manufacturers, and drive quality improvements across programs.

The role emphasizes process validation, manufacturing leadership, and collaboration with design teams to meet product demands and reliability targets.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering.
• Knowledge of process validation and development methods.
• Excellent analytical and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Continually improve manufacturing processes for products.
• Lead program-level manufacturing engineering initiatives.
• Coordinate with R&D and contract manufacturers.
• Qualify and validate new processes, fixtures, and equipment.
• Lead Product Improvement Programs and drive quality improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

People skills

PC skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering

Tools

3D modeling

3D printing

Job description

Starkey is adding a Manufacturing Engineer II to its manufacturing engineering team at its global headquarters in Eden Prairie, MN. Do you have a background in medical device, process validation, 3D modeling, and the ability to lead process improvements? If so, this could be your next career move.

This position is responsible for assisting in the development and application of new processes and equipment for the manufacturing and assembly of our products. Serve as a point of communication between manufacturing departments and all other areas to facilitate, analyze, and offer solutions to manufacturing problems.

Starkey offers 4 weeks of PTO for new employees, a full benefits package, onsite cafeterias, and a wellness center. Join a company that improves lives with better hearing.

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. Founded in 1967, we are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.

Watch this video to see more of what sets Starkey apart.

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Responsibilities

• Continually improve the manufacturing processes of our custom, standard, and accessory products.
• Support PFMEA efforts during product development to reduce process risks.
• Represent Manufacturing Engineering to other development teams within R&D and contract manufacturers.
• Act as technical manufacturing lead at the program level.
• Interface with R&D teams while developing and maintaining positive interdepartmental collaboration.
• Interface with contract manufacturers while developing and maintaining positive collaboration.
• Provide recommendations regarding contract manufacturing capabilities.
• Support and provide input for DFM improvements through Program/Project charters and system requirements specifications.
• Lead, drive improvement efforts on existing manufacturing processes that are justified and implement new fully tested processes.
• Partner with Design Engineering on new product development. Participate in design reviews, establish manufacturing requirements, and coordinate needed testing or device builds.
• Partner with Quality Engineering to identify and implement ongoing quality improvements.
• Qualify and validate new and improved processes, fixtures, equipment, and technology for manufacturability.
• Drive testing and troubleshooting of products to characterize the device.
• Generate test plans and procedures to characterize the unit.
• Coordinate product testing and report generation.
• Analyze process data.
• Identify opportunities and implement solutions.
• Optimize key manufacturing measures, organize and report on them.
• Identify and drive opportunities to manage and reduce the internal rework of Starkey's hearing aids.
• Identify and drive opportunities to manage and reduce the internal material variance of Starkey's hearing aids.
• Lead conference calls with manufacturing facilities to determine root cause and action items.
• Lead / Facilitate Starkey and contract manufacturing Production PIPs (Product Improvement Programs) on a regular basis.
• Provide production and recovery support.
• Initiate internal and external product and process audits to drive improvements and other problem‑solving techniques to improve internal quality.
• Provide yield expectations and analysis, time studies, and capacity.
• Lead and define manufacturing system design and maintenance strategies.
• Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education, Certification and Experience Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering
  • Experience: Three plus years of manufacturing engineering experience; one year hearing aid industry or medical device industry experience preferred
• Knowledge / Technical Requirements
  • Knowledge of process validation required
  • Knowledge of relevant product development methods and best practices
  • Experience solving technical problems
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience with 3D modeling and solutions required
  • Experience with 3D printing techniques and technologies
• Competencies, Skills & Abilities
  • Excellent analytical skills required
  • Excellent people skills required
  • Excellent PC skills required
• Work Context
  • Working Conditions: Standard office conditions; some travel required
  • Equipment Operation: Standard office equipment
• Salary and Other Compensation

  The target rate for this position is between $78,540 to $104,475/year. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Benefits

  The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company‑paid life and short‑term disability insurance, long‑term disability insurance, employee assistance plan, hearing aid benefits, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid floating holidays, paid volunteer service day, paid paternity and maternity leave and tuition reimbursement.

• Bonus

  This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.