Manufacturing Engineer: Lean, Cost-Out & Process Innovation

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton's AER MSD Mission System Division is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer based in Davenport, IA. The role focuses on cost-out events and promoting continuous improvement, leveraging Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma techniques to deliver products that meet customer expectations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. No relocation is offered; residence within 70 miles of Davenport is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• ITAR: U.S. person required (citizen, permanent resident, etc.).
• No relocation offered; reside within 70 miles of Davenport, IA (Active-Duty military exempt).

Responsibilities

• Lead cost-out events and promote continuous improvement.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma techniques to eliminate waste and reduce variation.
• Participate in concurrent engineering efforts and critical design reviews to reduce costs.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturing and value engineering initiatives as applicable.
• Develop work breakdown structures to estimate costs and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Participate in new product development projects using program management tools.
• Develop and integrate new processes and methodologies for competitive advantage.
• Prepare Capital Appropriation Requests for equipment acquisitions.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Cost-out events

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Eaton's AER MSD Mission System Division is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer based in Davenport, IA. The role focuses on cost-out events and promoting continuous improvement, leveraging Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma techniques to deliver products that meet customer expectations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. No relocation is offered; residence within 70 miles of Davenport is required.