Manufacturing Process Engineer

Schaeffler; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler is seeking an Industrial Engineer in Seguin, Texas to oversee manufacturing equipment and processes. Responsibilities include monitoring performance, diagnosing faults, and guiding maintenance teams in troubleshooting and repairs.

You will develop and maintain process and equipment documentation and drive improvements in OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and FPY. The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, CAD skills, programming knowledge, and at least 2 years in automotive manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD modeling (AutoCAD / SolidWorks / Inventor).
• Knowledge of programming languages (C++, Visual Basic, Python, ladder logic).
• At least 2 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to assist after-hours remotely or in person as needed.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment performance and respond to breakdowns; diagnose faults and repair.
• Lead maintenance technicians on troubleshooting and repairs.
• Prepare process and equipment documentation; validate setups and procedures.
• Plan and implement equipment modifications to improve OEE and MTBF.
• Support TPM programs with mentoring and training to peers.

Skills

CAD modeling

Programming languages

After-hours support

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

FactoryTalk

Siemens TIA Portal

MS Excel

Job description

General Information:

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for multiple pieces of manufacturing equipment and their respective process

General Information:

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for multiple pieces of manufacturing equipment and their respective process

Your Responsibilities:

Be responsible for manufacturing equipment and process:

• Monitor equipment performance.
• Respond to production equipment breakdowns, help diagnose faults, determine root causes and repair.
• Support day-to-day manufacturing process issues.
• Give direction to maintenance technicians on troubleshooting and repairing machinery.
• Prepare and maintain process documentation: setup matrix / parameter cards / work instructions / process guides.
• Prepare and maintain equipment documentation: setup, schematics, operating guides, spare parts lists, troubleshooting guides, and maintenance procedures.
• Select components for industrial automation with the purpose of repairing, modifying, and improving equipment.
• Plan and conduct process characterizations.
• Implement corrective actions.
• Lead and drive activities and projects to improve OEE, MTBF, MTTR, scrap and FPY via problem-solving and process optimization.
• Advanced manufacturing line problem solving related to manufacturing process related defects.
• Planning and undertaking scheduled equipment maintenance.
• Perform equipment and process setup and validation.
• Design & implement equipment modifications (mechanical, electrical & software).
• Become a process expert, capable of making parameter changes and improvements.
• Become knowledgeable of Lean Manufacturing principles and practices.
• Learn to collect, record, process, analyze and transcribe data and show results in reports.

Support the introduction of new models and products into the assembly line:

• Develop and procure tooling.
• Equipment modifications and setup.
• Process setup and validation.
• Documentation update.
• Support TPM program by providing mentoring and training to peers, technicians, and operator personnel.

Your Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering: Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD modeling (AutoCAD / Solidworks/ Inventor).
• Knowledge of programming languages (C++, visual basic, python, ladder logic).
• At leats 2 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Available and willing to assist and support after-hours equipment and process issues remotely or, if needed, in person.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.

Preferred:

• PLC and HMI programming – Basic knowledge of Rockwell Studio 5000 and Factory Talk packages and Siemens TIA Portal.
• Experience with Industrial and collaborative Robots (Fanuc, Staubli, UR, TM).
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing practices (Kanban, Poke-Yoke, JIT, Value Stream Mapping)
• Basic knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) tools.
• Data analytics: use of software packages (MS Excel / Power BI / Knime).
• Knowledge in interpretation of mechanical drawings and pneumatic and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge in the use of mechanical and electrical power tools and measurement devices.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Your Contact

Schaeffler Motion Tech US

Ilse Gonzalez