Manufacturing Engineer III

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.; Scottsville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced manufacturing engineer in Kentucky to develop mass-production parameters and improve manufacturing methods. You will support production and maintenance, coordinate Kaizen activities, and work with vendors on equipment and parts specifications.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in a manufacturing setting, and SolidWorks proficiency. Travel both internationally and domestically may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years in a manufacturing/engineering environment preferred.
• SolidWorks experience required; ability to demonstrate capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop mass-production engineering parameters for new business (production, quality).
• Develop and improve manufacturing methods and tooling support for production.
• Provide ongoing technical support to production and maintenance to ensure effective use of equipment.
• Develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPD's and downtime.
• Negotiate with vendors to determine specifications and procure equipment, materials, and parts.
• Coordinate Kaizen activities and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with management and staff on machine capabilities, production schedules and costs.
• Develop equipment to produce/assemble precise molded parts and ensure quality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Skills

Manufacturing process improvement

Quality control

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

• Develops, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods.
• Provides on-going technical support to production and maintenance to ensure effective use of production equipment and tooling.
• Develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPD's, and downtime.
• Negotiates with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials and parts.
• Investigate and coordinate Kaizen activities.
• Work with management, manufacturing, corporate officials and other staff regarding machine capabilities, production schedules, and other cost considerations to facilitate production.
• Develop the necessary equipment required to produce/assemble precise molded parts and to guarantee the quality of the parts as produced.
• Must have understanding of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• All other duties as assigned.
  

Basic Position Duties

• Develop mass-production engineering parameters (production, quality) for new business.
• Develops, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods.
• Provides on-going technical support to production and maintenance to ensure effective use of production equipment and tooling.
• Develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPD's, and downtime.
• Negotiates with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials and parts.
• Investigate and coordinate Kaizen activities.
• Work with management, manufacturing, corporate officials and other staff regarding machine capabilities, production schedules, and other cost considerations to facilitate production.
• Develop the necessary equipment required to produce/assemble precise molded parts and to guarantee the quality of the parts as produced.
• Must have understanding of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• All other duties as assigned.
  

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; 5 or more years in a manufacturing/ engineering environment. The ideal candidate will have ME experience complimented with a degree. Must have knowledge/skills for basic machine design and computer skills. Must have SolidWorks experience and be able to demonstrate capabilities. Must be available for international and domestic travel.