Manufacturing Process Engineer

Tune Outdoor; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

2 weeks PTO

Life insurance

3% IRA matching

Tune M1 program

Job summary

Tune Outdoor in Denver, CO seeks a Production/Process Engineer to improve efficiency in our medium-duty assembly facility. You will lead time studies, implement lean improvements and design jigs.

Responsibilities include creating work instructions, enhancing safety, training staff, and using SolidWorks and CNC routing to optimize processes and quality in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 4+ years in process engineering or similar role in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for component design.
• Experience with rapid prototyping tools (3D printing) and CNC machining.
• Experience with hand tools and fabrication materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform time studies and analyze assembly processes to identify efficiency gains.
• Implement FMEA to identify risks and opportunities.
• Design and implement process improvements including jigs/fixtures and line layout.
• Create work instructions and process documentation for assembly.
• Enhance safety and ergonomics at workstations.
• Train staff on new processes and ensure adoption.
• Use SolidWorks to design/modify components for improvements.
• Apply CNC router CAD/CAM to optimize tool use and programs.
• Monitor changes and provide data-driven reports for continuous improvement.
• Support prototype testing to ensure quality and functionality.
• Develop preventive maintenance instructions for machinery.
• Explore vision/dispensing systems for manufacturing/QA.

Skills

SolidWorks

Lean processes

Time studies

FMEA

Jigs & fixtures

Training staff

CNC routing

CAD/CAM

Data analysis

Teamwork

Education

4-year engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

3D printing

CNC machining

Job description

Tune Outdoor is a dynamic and growing company based in Denver, CO. We specialize in creating lightweight, modular truck campers and outdoor equipment. As a small, close-knit team, we embrace a \"one for all and all for one\" approach, fostering teamwork and cross-department collaboration to drive innovation and success.

We are seeking a skilled Production/Process Engineer to join our team and enhance efficiency and ergonomics in our medium-duty assembly facility.

If you are passionate about lean processes and manufacturing we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform time studies & analyze existing assembly processes to identify opportunities for improving efficiency, reducing waste, and enhancing workflow.
• The ability to implement FMEA to identify greatest risks and opportunities
• Design and implement process improvements including building jigs and fixtures, and arranging the production line.
• Create manufacturing work instructions and process documentation to clearly instruct our team in how to assemble and manufacture our products.
• Enhance worker safety and ergonomics by designing workstations and processes that minimize physical strain and enhance job satisfaction.
• Work closely with the production team to train staff on new processes and ensure seamless adoption of changes.
• Use SolidWorks to design or modify components as needed to support process enhancements.
• CNC router CAD CAM knowledge and implementation capabilities to optimize tool use and create programs.
• Monitor the impact of process changes and provide data-driven reports to guide continuous improvement efforts.
• Support testing and evaluation of prototypes to ensure product quality and functionality.
• Implement preventative maintenance work instructions for machinery
• Potential implementation of vision &/or dispensing systems for manufacturing & quality control.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in engineering (e.g., Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing) or a related field.
• 4 years (or more) of experience in process engineering or a similar role, ideally in a manual assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for component design.
• Experience with rapid prototyping tools and techniques (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining).
• Experience with common power tools.
• Experience building/fabricating with wood, steel, concrete and other common materials.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with production staff.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Data-driven mindset with experience analyzing and optimizing performance.
• Creative thinker with examples of previous innovative solutions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on startup environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks
• Stand, bend, and reach for extended periods
• Comfortable working in various environmental conditions, including exposure to dust and noise

J ob Type

• Full-time

Pay

• $72,000 - $85,000 per year salary
• Full health, dental and vision employer paid insurance coverage after ~60 days
• 2 weeks of paid time off
• $15k in employer paid life insurance
• 3% Simple IRA matching
• Tune M1 Employee Marketing Program after 12 months

Schedule

• Onsite with some flexibility

Supplemental pay types

• Discretionary bonus pay based on Tune sales