Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Quality Electrodynamics, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Electrodynamics, LLC seeks a Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer II to develop and improve mechanical and electromechanical manufacturing processes, focusing on quality, efficiency, cost, and repeatability. You will apply DFO principles to tooling, fixtures, equipment, automation, documentation, and process controls that support sustainable low-cost production.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and suppliers to support new product introductions,

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience at Engineer level.
• Experience with RF Coil manufacturing or Advanced Manufacturing preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing, 6S, Value-Stream Mapping experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives using structured problem-solving, documentation and communication methodologies.
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for mechanical and electromechanical products with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, repeatability, and cost.
• Collaborate with Engineering to ensure DF0 objectives for cost, manufacturability, serviceability, sustainability, quality and sourcing.
• Design, co-design and redesign areas of new and existing products to meet project expectations.
• Lead operations liaison for NPIs, preparing for production launch activities (design readiness, supplier readiness, production readiness).
• Design and develop fixtures, tooling, assembly aids, and other equipment for efficient production.
• Lead selection, specification, installation, and qualification of manufacturing equipment and automation.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation (work instructions, specs, procedures, flows, inspection methods).
• Analyze performance data to identify throughput, labor efficiency, quality, capacity, ergonomics, and OEE improvements.
• Lead investigations and root-cause analyses of issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain process controls, FMEAs, control plans, tolerances, validation, acceptance criteria.
• Provide technical support and training to manufacturing and supply partner personnel.

Skills

SolidWorks

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Presentation skills

MS365

Teams

PLM Systems

ERP

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PLM Systems

ERP

MS365

Job description

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JOB SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer II is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes for mechanical and electromechanical products, with a focus on quality, efficiency, cost, and repeatability. This role applies mechanical engineering expertise and DFO principles to develop tooling, fixtures, equipment, automation, documentation, and process controls that support sustainable low-cost production. The Manufacturing Engineer works closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and suppliers to support new product introduction, resolve manufacturing issues, and implement process improvement and new equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives using structured problem-solving, documentation and communication methodologies.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for mechanical and electromechanical products, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, repeatability, and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with, and coach, Engineering in the designing of products to ensure they meet design for operations (DFO) expectations in areas such as cost, manufacturability, serviceability, sustainability, quality and strategic sourcing.
• Design, co-design and re-design areas of new and existing products as needed to achieve product, project and business expectations.
• Fulfill the role of lead operations liaison to NPIs preparing operations for production launch activities, including but not limited to design readiness, supply partner readiness and production readiness.
• Design and develop manufacturing fixtures, tooling, assembly aids, and other equipment necessary to support efficient and repeatable production.
• Lead the selection, specification, installation, and qualification of manufacturing equipment, automation, and inspection systems, including evaluation of emerging manufacturing technologies.
• Create, implement, and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, assembly procedures, process flows, equipment requirements, and inspection methods.
• Analyze manufacturing performance and production data to identify opportunities for improved throughput, labor efficiency, quality, capacity, ergonomics, and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Lead technical investigations and root-cause analysis of manufacturing and assembly issues, developing and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing and supplier process controls, including process FMEAs, control plans, process parameters, tolerances, validation activities, and acceptance criteria.
• Provide technical support and training to manufacturing and supply partner personnel, serving as a SME for mechanical assembly processes, equipment, tooling, and manufacturing methods.
• Other activities as assigned by your manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• 4 year degree, with BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred

Experience

Required

• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a professional environment at Engineer level
• Experience with RF Coil manufacturing or Advanced Manufacturing

Preferred

• Experience in managing data analysis and trending
• Experience using Lean Manufacturing, 6s, Value-Stream Mapping and other structured problem solving and planning tools

Skills

Required

• Mechanical Aptitude; Demonstration of Solidworks skills
• Cross-functional leadership, Project / Program Management & Presentation skills
• Ability to work with intersecting departments (Quality Assurance, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing)
• Skills in MS365, Teams, PLM Systems, ERP, AI tools, etc.
• Clear written, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

Preferred

• Familiar with medical device engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and repair operations
• Experience with equipment maintenance and break-fix activities