Manufacturing Engineer - Process Optimization & Equipment Design

Viking Group, Inc.; Hastings (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Group, Inc. in Hastings, Michigan, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer responsible for enhancing processes and equipment for sprinklers and valves in fire protection. The role involves analyzing product designs, managing projects, and developing quality documentation.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Engineering with experience in manufacturing and process improvement. Strong communication skills and ability to support plant operations are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in processes and equipment related to manufacturing.
• Ability to analyze and improve manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of quality process documentation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product designs for manufacturing methods.
• Manage projects within budget and deadlines.
• Lead process design and development.
• Support capital equipment specification and purchase.
• Evaluate production time and staffing costs.

Skills

Process improvement

Manufacturing design analysis

Project management

Quality process documentation

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future. Viking does not provide visa sponsorship, including OPT, CPT, H-1B, or TN sponsorship.

Summary

This position is responsible for the development and continual improvement of processes and equipment related to the manufacture of sprinklers and valves for the fire protection industry.

Responsiblities

• Analyze sprinkler and valve component and assembly product designs for best method of manufacture.
• Manage Manufacturing Engineering projects to scope, on time and within budget requirements.
• Lead the design, development and/or improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Support the specification, quoting, purchase and runoff of capital equipment, tooling and systems required for manufacturing.
• Evaluate and estimate production time, staffing requirements and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Develop and maintain quality process documentation, including Process Flow diagrams, PFMEA’s, Control Plans, Standard Work Instructions and Set-up sheets.
• Provide engineering support for plant operation. Troubleshoot daily production problems using root cause analysis methods as they occur.
• Analyze manufacturing data to establish priority of actions in assigned work centers. Assess process capability for opportunities for improvement.
• Creates and revise equipment, tooling, and gage drawings.
• Communicate between departments to coordinate engineering activities and ensure business objectives are met.
• Manage product engineering change implementation as they are requested.
• Assists with instruction and training of employees to achieve company goals.
• Provides guidance for production workers, technicians, and interns.
• Performs other duties as assigned