Manufacturing Engineer - Machine Build

UNISIG; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UNISIG is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Machine Build to improve layouts, processes, safety and efficiency on the build floor. You will work with mechanical and electrical technicians and engineers to identify issues and implement enhancements.

Responsibilities include designing equipment layouts, evaluating productivity, establishing safety practices, and documenting improvements for cost analyses. This role is hands-on and collaborative in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in manufacturing and mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and quality.
• Aligns with UNISIG core values.

Responsibilities

• Develop machine layouts and safety precautions to optimize build area usage.
• Evaluate productivity and advocate improvements to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Develop performance indicators and identify bottlenecks in build processes.
• Establish best practices and enforce safety protocols.
• Document activities and communicate design improvements to engineering via the knowledge base.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Process improvement

Education

Associate's degree in manufacturing/ mechanical/ industrial engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer - Machine Build will work under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor to improve the layout, process, safety and efficiency of the build floor and staff. The position works closely with all mechanical technicians, electrical technicians, service technicians and mechanical and controls engineers to identify issues and enhancements to the overall build process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, design and plan equipment and machine layouts, workflow, and safety precautions to enhance utilization of build area
• Evaluate worker productivity and recommend improvements to increase labor efficiency and operating performance, reduce waste and delays, and promote cost control/reductions
• Develop performance indicators to measure build efficiency and capacity and identify equipment and process flow bottlenecks
• Establish best practices for processes and identify, train and enforce safety protocols
• Resolve technical problems, utilizing other resources and staff as necessary and recommend production improvements and quality enhancements
• Understand machine systems - mechanical, coolant, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical fundamentals, motion control optimization
• Understand build tools and technologies - inspection, calibration, predictive maintenance, machine operation
• Identify design improvement opportunities directly and from build team to improve fit, function and/or ease of assembly, capturing and communicating to engineering group through knowledge base environment on Unisig network.
• Properly document activities including drawing correction notes, inspection forms, service reports and data collection for cost analyses.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, industrial or other engineering disciplines.
• Interest in manufacturing, strong mechanical aptitude (demonstrated through mechanically inclined hobbies/interests) and general understanding of machine shop practices.
• Proficiency in Solidworks required.
• Ability to share ideas and work with other professionals with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and driven to accomplish tasks in an efficient manner, with great attention to detail, a focus on quality and pride in workmanship.
• Fit UNISIG Core Values: Driven to perform; Solve problems, don't create them; Strong individual who values a team; Desire to find what's next; Committed to detail and consistency

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regularly lifts up to 25 pounds unassisted. Regular use of overhead cranes for lifts greater than 50 pounds.
• Regularly stands for 8 hours.
• Regularly bends, stoops, reaches and moves.
• Constantly required to correctly follow written and verbal instructions/prints requiring concentration and mental capability.
• Regularly utilizes precise, coordinated hand movement and hand/eye coordination.
• Regularly uses close focus and depth perception.
• The nature of the work involves contact with various metals and oils.
• Work environment is bright and temperature controlled.