Manufacturing & Process Planning Engineer (m/w/d)

AKG Verwaltungsgesellschaft mbH; Hofgeismar; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United States is seeking a skilled engineer to develop and optimize manufacturing and automation processes. This role involves analyzing existing production processes and planning equipment procurement. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and good knowledge in lean manufacturing. Proficiency in German and English is required. This position offers the opportunity for exciting tasks and excellent future prospects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed degree in engineering, e.g., automation engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Initial experience in production/process planning is a plus.
• Good German and English language skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing and automation processes.
• Analyze and improve existing production processes.
• Plan and specify machines and equipment for production.

Skills

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Mechatronics

Process optimization

Education

Degree in engineering

Job description

The AKG Group has been a specialist in the field of heat transfer since 1919. With currently more than 3,000 employees at 14 locations in Europe, America, and Asia, the company develops and manufactures high-quality components and systems for a wide range of applications and industries. Here in Hofgeismar, you can expect highly qualified training, exciting tasks, and excellent future prospects.

Full-time

Your tasks at AKG

• Development and optimization of manufacturing and automation processes (e.g., stamping and forming processes or CAB soldering processes) as well as the further development of related technologies
• Analysis of existing production processes and implementation of continuous improvements (Lean, 5S, value stream)
• Planning, specification, and procurement of machines, tools, and equipment
• Development of technical concepts, specifications, and requirements
• Support for commissioning, acceptance testing, and qualification of new equipment
• Ensuring stable process flows, including failure analysis and problem solving
• Supporting product development with manufacturability assessments

Conducting P-FMEA and initiating appropriate improvement measures

What we require from you

• A successfully completed degree in engineering, e.g., automation engineering, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a comparable field
• Initial experience in production/process planning, plant design, automation engineering, or soldering and forming technology is a plus
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing (e.g., TPS), value analysis, or process optimization is desirable

Good German and English language skills are required