New Product Manufacturing Engineer

MTI Motion; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MTI Motion is seeking a New Product Development Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the prototyping and manufacturing processes of new products. This role involves developing assembly processes, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and relevant industry experience, particularly in rotating equipment and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 3 years of industry experience in rotating equipment, preferably electric motors.
• Familiar with SolidWorks and CAD design of tooling and fixtures.
• Experience in Aerospace or Military Industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain process instructions for new product manufacturing.
• Review designs and recommend changes for manufacturability.
• Identify and resolve project risks during new product development.

Skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Continuous improvement

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Every day, MTI Motion associates around the world set the future in motion by solving our customers’ most vexing motion-control challenges. Serving various industries including commercial aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and transportation, MTI Motion designs and manufactures an innovative portfolio of custom, precision motion-control products and solutions, including high-performance motors, drives and controllers, as well as windings, gears and ball screws.

We’re committed to promoting a collaborative team environment that focuses on accountability, honesty, and integrity to ensure customer satisfaction. We take pride in the work we perform and are committed to continuous improvement. In addition to offering a competitive benefits package, we strive to offer our employees opportunities to achieve career advancement.

MTI Motion is a wholly owned operating company within the Steel Partners (NYSE: SPLP) family of companies and is headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, WI, with facilities worldwide.

Position Overview

The NPD (New Product Development) Manufacturing Engineer ensures success during the prototyping and manufacturing of new products within the Engineering department. They are responsible for generating and procuring tooling, developing & optimizing product assembly processes and their documentation, and supporting assembly obstacles which occur during new product development. They participate in efforts or events focused on improving manufacturing processes for new products and existing products at the company’s manufacturing locations and partner suppliers. They take direction from the Engineering Manager and can manage the day-to-day work on their own.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, maintain, and finalize process instructions to establish sequence of operations used for the manufacture and assembly of new products being developed.
• Review engineering designs and drawings and recommend changes that provide for improved DfM (Design for Manufacturability) and DfA (Design for Assembly).
• Identify and resolve project risks (safety, quality, and/or schedule) involved in new product development projects.
• Design, draft, and procure tooling or fixturing used during manufacturing and assembly.
• Actively participate in project meetings to address and resolve manufacturing related items.
• Identify and address manufacturing related customer flow down requirements to ensure development expectations are met.
• Examples include but are not limited to developing control plans, PFMEA risk assessment, and specialized training or handling of hardware and/or equipment.
• Participate in hands on troubleshooting activities, cost-reduction activities, component evaluations, and other design and manufacturing initiatives to support continuous improvement, especially focused on manufacturing and assembly of products.
• Collaborate with other engineers and the test organization to define the testing requirements that align with customer specifications.
• Support Operations team to investigate and recommend resolution of production problems and works with Operations to implement changes.
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
• Communicate and collaborate with other cross-functional team members, suppliers, and contractors.
  

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERRED Experience

• S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering (with manufacturing focus) or equivalent experience is required.
• 3 years of industry experience in rotating equipment, preferably electric motors with a strong emphasis in the manufacturing processes including but not limited to work instructions, methods, and tools.
• Familiar with SolidWorks and experience doing detailed SolidWorks CAD design of tooling and fixtures is preferred.
• Experience in Aerospace or Military Industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO9001 quality standards, or equivalent.
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment.
• Good problem-solving skills and accountability to drive issues to closure.
• Demonstrated desire for learning and applying a continuous improvement approach.
• Understanding quality requirements and how an assembly is inspected based on detailed drawing specifications/tolerances.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools.
• This position requires domestic and possibly international travel up to 20 percent.
  
  

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MTI Motion is an equal employment opportunity (EEOC) employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or other legally protected status.

We will ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact MTI Motion to request accommodation.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

At MTI Motion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or another role.

Requirements

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering (with manufacturing focus) or equivalent experience is required.
• 3 years of industry experience in rotating equipment, preferably electric motors with a strong emphasis in the manufacturing processes including but not limited to work instructions, methods, and tools.
• Familiar with SolidWorks and experience doing detailed SolidWorks CAD design of tooling and fixtures is preferred.
• Experience in Aerospace or Military Industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO9001 quality standards, or equivalent.
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment.
• Good problem-solving skills and accountability to drive issues to closure.
• Demonstrated desire for learning and applying a continuous improvement approach.
• Understanding quality requirements and how an assembly is inspected based on detailed drawing specifications/tolerances.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools.
• This position requires domestic and possibly international travel up to 20 percent.
  
  

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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