Manufacturing Engineer: Lean, CAD/CAM & Process Improvement

SoloPoint Solutions (Wisconsin); Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SoloPoint Solutions (Wisconsin) is seeking a manufacturing engineer with 3-5 years in metal fabrication, machining, welding and assembly. You will interpret drawings, apply lean methods, and drive cost and process improvements across cross-functional teams.

You will prepare cost estimates, manage orders, and leverage CAD/CAM (SolidWorks, DraftSight) to generate shop drawings while coordinating with production and suppliers to meet customer specs and budgets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Solidworks or Draftsight experience.
• Drawing interpretation knowledge; orthographic projection and tolerancing.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing engineering techniques and lean concepts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for customer products and services in accordance with company methods and procedures.
• Process new customer orders and track their progress through all phases of the manufacturing process. Compare actual costs with estimates, analyze variations, and report findings with recommendations as required.
• Utilize CAD/CAM to generate and interpret shop floor drawings. (SolidWorks / Draftsight)
• Calculate dimensions and allowances in accordance with established drafting practices and alter drawings to suit engineering changes, TMS processes and to meet customer specifications.
• Work with production staff and cross-functional teams to plan, implement, lead and/or execute actions that result in process and system improvements in order to meet realization of estimated costs and address quality concerns. Analyze problems, diagnose probable causes, provide troubleshooting solutions, and implement cost-effective solutions in order to improve processes, quality and efficiencies.
• Analyze, evaluate and recommend solutions concerning factors such as production capabilities, manufacturing problems, and process capability studies.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications, calculate Return On Investment (ROI) and arrange for the purchase of equipment or tooling according to specifications, quality standards and budget constraints.
• Develop effective working relationships with key organizational leaders, individuals, and work groups to ensure cooperation and buy-in of any process or continuous improvement efforts.
• Become proficient at the following department duties: Realization of Estimated Costs, aid in fixture and template design, contract reviews, provide technical support to one or more of the following - Fabrication, Machining and/or Welding

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Education

Associate's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

Job description

SoloPoint Solutions (Wisconsin) is seeking a manufacturing engineer with 3-5 years in metal fabrication, machining, welding and assembly. You will interpret drawings, apply lean methods, and drive cost and process improvements across cross-functional teams.

You will prepare cost estimates, manage orders, and leverage CAD/CAM (SolidWorks, DraftSight) to generate shop drawings while coordinating with production and suppliers to meet customer specs and budgets.