Process Engineer

STIHL; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

STIHL Inc. is seeking an experienced production/assembly engineer in Virginia Beach, VA, to develop new methods and improvements across assembly, vibration welding and polymers.

You will conduct assembly engineering tasks, employ Poka Yoke, smart tools and vision systems, and drive efficiency in production operations. The role emphasizes applying established engineering methods, testing and documenting results to support continuous process improvements and cost reductions within the

Qualifications

• Develop new methods, techniques and improvements for all areas of production, including assembly, vibration welding, subassembly and polymers.
• Conduct assembly engineering assignments for the production facility, including usage of Poka Yoke, smart tools and vision systems.
• Improve assembly operations efficiency by applying established engineering methods and reporting findings.

Responsibilities

• Research and design new methodologies to improve quality, error proofing, speed of production lines and cost-effectiveness of production methods.
• Recommends and implements methods to reduce downtime and improve quality, ensuring products are assembled correctly and meet standards.
• Provides engineering practices to solve problems and document outcomes; records study findings and tracks process changes.
• Performs testing and critical evaluation of finished products for engineering changes.
• Develops and improves assembly and subsequent operations manufacturing methods.
• Plans, schedules, and conducts tests and analyses on samples of completed parts.

Skills

Engineering principles

Statistics

Problem solving

Education

4 year college degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Poka Yoke

Smart tools

Vision systems

Job description

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As a family-owned company, it’s the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand.Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.

With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it is a great time to join the STIHL team!

Why You’ll Love Working at STIHL:

• Excellent health benefitsincluding Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Onsite Health & Wellness Centerfor employees and eligible family members
• Company-paid Life InsuranceandShort & Long-Term Disability
• Robust retirement offeringsincluding:
• A fully vestedPension Planafter 5 years
• A401(k)with generous employer match
• Paid time offin addition to 11 Paid Holidays
• A strong culture ofstability, community, and innovation
• Compensation: $97,000-$104,000 per hour/year with multiple payment opportunities and potential for annual merit increases. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and internal equity

About You

You will work to develop new methods, techniques and improvements for all areas of production, including assembly, vibration welding, subassembly and polymers. You will conduct basic and advanced assembly engineering assignments for the production facility, including but not limited to the usage and deployment of Poka Yoke, smart tools, vision systems and advanced production verb agreement assembly error proofing, solve manufacturing problems, tooling designs, assembly machine designs and improvements. You will work to improve the efficiency of assembly operations by studying generally accepted engineering methods and reporting on findings regarding assembly and subsequent production operations.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Researches and designs new methodologies and techniques to improve quality of product, error proofing, speed of production lines and cost-effectivness of production methods.
• Recommends and implements methods, techniques and technologies to reduce downtime, and improve quality. Improves completed products and assures they are assembled correctly and meet set standards of quality within set task times.
• Provides sound engineering practices to solve problems and complete assigned tasks thoroughly within required timelines. Documents all study findings and develops systems to track and record process changes.
• Performs testing and critical evaluation of all finished product for engineering changes.
• Makes and implements recommended changes based on evaluations and findings. Creates engineering designs and builds or modifies equipment based on such designs. Tests and debugs; follows through on designs, assemblies, process improvements and error proofing equipment as a result.
• Develops, evaluates, and improves assembly and subsequent operations manufacturing methods.
• Plans, schedules, and conducts tests and analyses on samples of completed parts.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Manages multiple engineering projects simultaneously with limited supervision within defined timelines.
• Provides 24-hour emergency engineering support via on-call or on-site assistance as required.
• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design to ensure efficient production methods.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• All work affecting product quality shall be competent on the basis of appropriate education, training, skills, and experience.
• Assumes additional related responsibilities as required.

Specifications

• 4 year college degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering or related discipline.