Mfg Engineer II

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT); Hampton (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems seeks a Manufacturing Engineer II to design and improve manufacturing facilities and processes. The role focuses on analyzing location, materials, and structural design to optimize production.

Strong communication and problem-solving are essential. Responsibilities include planning layouts, selecting equipment, and coordinating with vendors to meet product specifications and timelines.

Qualifications

• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.
• Examples of work include planning workforce utilization and workflow.
• Estimates production times and related costs for decisions.
• Communicates production capabilities and schedules to teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates, and improves industrial manufacturing methods.
• Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow.
• Determines parts, equipment, tools and processes to meet specs.
• Estimates production times, staffing and related costs.
• Communicates production capabilities and schedules to teams.
• Interacts with vendors to specify products and procure items.
• Evaluates products against specifications.

Education

Engineering degree

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Mfg Engineer II

Job Summary

Plans, designs and constructs manufacturing facilities and related structures. Determines facility specifications, including analysis and evaluation of location, material resources and structural design. Resolves technical problems and recommends production improvements.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities
• Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers
• Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline
• Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Develops, evaluates, and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Determines the parts, equipment, tools, and processes needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Communicates manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes.
• Confers with vendors in order to determine specifications of products and arrange equipment, material purchase, and parts.
• Evaluates products based on specifications and quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience
• Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Problem-solving skills. Analytical thinking skills. Design expertise. Leadership skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• May be requested to work a different shift.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.