Manufacturing Engineer III: Kaizen, Design & Global Travel

Sumitomo Electric Industries; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

401(k) with match

tuition benefits

paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. in the United States seeks a Manufacturing Engineer III to develop and optimize mass-production processes, methods, and tooling. The role supports production, quality, and vendor coordination to ensure high-quality molded parts.

The candidate should hold a Mechanical Engineering degree, have SolidWorks experience, and be willing to travel internationally and domestically to support projects and Kaizen improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; years in a manufacturing/ engineering environment or equivalent.
• Ideal candidate has ME experience complimented with a degree.
• Knowledge/skills for basic machine design and computer skills.
• SolidWorks experience and ability to demonstrate capabilities.
• Available for international and domestic travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop mass-production engineering parameters for new business.
• Developes, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods.
• Provide on-going technical support to production and maintenance to ensure effective use of production equipment and tooling.
• Develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPDs, and downtime.
• Negotiate with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials and parts.
• Investigate and coordinate Kaizen activities.
• Coordinate with management and staff regarding machine capabilities, production schedules and costs.
• Develop equipment required to produce/assemble precise molded parts and ensure quality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

SolidWorks

Machine design

Microsoft Office

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. in the United States seeks a Manufacturing Engineer III to develop and optimize mass-production processes, methods, and tooling. The role supports production, quality, and vendor coordination to ensure high-quality molded parts.

The candidate should hold a Mechanical Engineering degree, have SolidWorks experience, and be willing to travel internationally and domestically to support projects and Kaizen improvements.