Manufacturing Technology Project Engineer

Deringer-Ney Inc.; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Manufacturing Technology Project Engineer to improve processes and implement advanced technologies. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 5 years of manufacturing experience. Responsibilities include sourcing equipment, managing projects, and collaborating with internal teams to enhance quality and efficiency. This is a full-time role with a mid-senior level designation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience in production environment.
• Experience as a Metallurgy Manufacturing Engineer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing processes by evaluating and implementing advanced technologies.
• Identify and evaluate potential equipment and tooling suppliers.
• Prepare return of investment analysis for selected technologies.
• Work closely with internal teams to implement projects.
• Foster relationships with vendors for manufacturing solutions.
• Support design engineers with cost-effective suggestions.

Skills

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Knowledge of quality control standards

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in materials science or engineering

Job description

Overview

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Title: Manufacturing Technology Project Engineer

The Manufacturing Technology Project Engineer is responsible for improving manufacturing processes by evaluating and implementing advanced engineering technologies, equipment and tooling. Oversee the procurement and implementation of manufacturing technologies within Deringer-Ney, Inc. to improve quality, efficiency and cost.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential equipment and tooling suppliers, manage the sourcing process to secure high-quality equipment and tools at optimal cost and delivery terms.
• Prepare return of investment analysis to justify investment in selected technology, equipment and tooling.
• Work closely with internal teams (design, process and quality engineers, maintenance, etc.) to facilitate and manage overall project implementation through IQ/OQ/PQ process
• Foster strong relationships with vendors and oversee the design, development and fabrication of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Ensure manufacturing solutions meet the required quality standards, certifications, regulatory requirements, customer specifications, production timelines and budget.
• Support the Design Engineers by suggesting ideas to make the detail components or assemblies more cost effective and producible

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g. wire draw, strip rolling, stamping, machining, plastic injection molding).
• Knowledge of quality control standards and regulatory compliance, especially in medical and automotive sectors.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in materials science (metallurgy), mechanical engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience in production environment.
• Experience as a Metallurgy Manufacturing Engineer is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Product Management

Industries

• Manufacturing

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