Manufacturing Engineer II (Onsite)

SHPE Houston; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with employer match

Discretionary PTO

Parental leave

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellness programs

Learning & Development

snacks in offices

Job summary

Axon is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to own and optimize manufacturing processes at our Phoenix facility. You will support equipment, processes and personnel to ensure reliable production of de-escalation devices and accessories.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering and 5+ years in manufacturing engineering, with experience in high-volume automated processes and strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Knowledge of common manufacturing methods.
• Experience with high-volume automated processes.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Ability to create clear, comprehensive documentation.
• Ability to lead Root Cause Analysis investigations.

Responsibilities

• Own development of manufacturing processes meeting cost, ergonomics, quality and cycle time targets.
• Provide prompt support to production lines for process/equipment needs.
• Research, design, modify and test manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Provide engineering guidance to technicians, trainers and production leads.
• Evaluate and select equipment, robotics, and automation technologies to meet targets.
• Partner with Quality, R&D, Product, and Automation teams to meet specs.
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency with automation.
• Create and maintain documentation for all automation processes.

Skills

Manufacturing process development

High-volume automation

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we're on a mission to Protect Life. We're explorers, pursuing society's most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other. Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you'll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

You will be part of a critical team that ensures life-saving technology can be manufactured reliably and consistently. You will work with a team of talented manufacturing engineers to support the equipment, processes and personnel in our Scottsdale manufacturing facility for Axon's De-Escalation Devices & accessories.

What You'll Do

Location: Onsite at our Phoenix, AZ office

Reports to: Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

Direct Reports: N/A

• Own the development of manufacturing processes that meet cost, ergonomics, quality, and cycle time targets
• Provide prompt support to the production lines in response to process or equipment needs
• Research, design, modify, and test manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Provide engineering guidance to technicians, trainers, and production leads.
• Research, evaluate, and select manufacturing equipment, robotics, and automation technologies as needed to support production targets
• Partner with Quality, R&D, Product, and Automation teams to ensure production outputs meet product and customer specifications.
• Identifying opportunities to increase efficiency with automation.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including SOPs, process flowcharts, and technical manuals for all automation processes.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
• Knowledge of common manufacturing methods
• Experience with high-volume automated processes
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Ability to create clear, comprehensive, and concise documentation
• Ability to lead Root Cause Analysis investigations using industry-standard methodologies

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Don't meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you're excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

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Axon's mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon's impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

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