Manufacturing Engineer - Practical Technologies

Patton, LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Patton, LLC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. The role involves developing and documenting efficient manufacturing processes and optimizing production operations using lean principles. You will collaborate closely with production teams and provide technical support to improve workflow and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field and proficiency in CAD software. This position will contribute to the successful launch of new products and improvements in production quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are necessary.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools is needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document manufacturing processes for electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Participate in optimizing space utilization and reducing waste.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch for new or revised products.
• Design and implement production jigs and fixtures for assembly.
• Provide technical training to manufacturing associates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles

Proficiency in CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Description

Patton's Practical Technologies is a small manufacturer specializing in communications products and electronics assembly. We are committed to delivering high-quality products through innovative manufacturing processes and lean principles. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our team and help us bring acquired products and new products into standardized documentation and optimize our production floor.

Responsibilities

Process Development and Documentation

• Develop and document manufacturing processes for electro‑mechanical assemblies to ensure high quality and cost‑efficiency.
• Create and maintain product assembly procedures, including photographic assembly instructions.
• Create and maintain production process routings, work centers within our ERP systems to support capacity planning.
• Conduct time studies on various processes in support of cost and efficiency improvements and customer estimates.

Production Floor Optimization

• Participate in optimizing space utilization and eliminating waste on the production floor.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to improve workflow and reduce inefficiencies.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Coordinate the manufacturing launch for new or revised products.
• Provide active consultation to new product development teams regarding manufacturing capabilities and design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).

Equipment And Tooling Design

• Design and implement production jigs and fixtures to aid in the assembly process.
• Identify, specify, validate, and document new equipment and processes.

Quality And Safety Compliance

• Ensure compliance with industry safety and design standards.
• Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, and costs.
• Inspect and validate mechanical parts received and produced in house.

Technical Training And Support

• Provide technical training to manufacturing associates on assembly techniques, methods, and processes.
• Investigate and diagnose product manufacturing issues and respond to internal and external customer requests for changes and improvements.

Engineering Support On The Manufacturing Floor

• Collaborate closely with production teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Provide hands‑on engineering support on the manufacturing floor to address and resolve production issues promptly.

Component Engineering

• Identify and qualify alternate sources for components to mitigate supply chain risks.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date component database and ensure multiple sourcing options for critical parts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and DFMA.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools.