Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication

Generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

401k with company match

Onsite gym

Free parking

Summer hours

Jeans Day

Product loan programs

Employee activities

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to drive innovative technology and process solutions for fabrication and paint capabilities. You will shape technology roadmaps, justify CAPEX, and partner with design to improve DFM in sheet metal fabrication.

You’ll lead capacity planning, optimize production across facilities, and develop outsourcing relationships while implementing robust OEE and continuous improvement programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 5+ years in manufacturing engineering for sheet metal fabrication (turret punching, laser cutting, press brakes, powder coating).
• Proven project management experience with the acquisition and deployment of new machine tools to target throughput.
• Experience with Amada and Salvagnini fabrication equipment.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and CAD tools (AutoCAD/SolidWorks/ProE).
• Knowledge of lean principles and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment selection, design/installation, and justification for capacity and CI projects.
• Support DFM in NPIs that include sheet metal components.
• Contribute to facility transformation and technology transfer for sheet metal fabrication.
• Document processes and implement policies to sustain manufacturing improvements.
• Apply demand-driven strategies to improve operational excellence and responsiveness.
• Ensure efficient material and information flow in sheet metal areas.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Turret punching

Laser cutting

Press brakes

Powder coating

Project management

CAD/CAM software

AutoCAD/SolidWorks/ProE

Lean principles

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Amada fabrication equipment

Salvagnini fabrication equipment

Job description

The Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for implementation of innovative technology and processes solutions that enhance Generac’s fabrication and paint capabilities. They will be responsible for developing technology, capacity, and process roadmap, creating global equipment standards and justifying Capital Expenditures, partnering with design engineering to improve DFM in fabrication and welding, implementing robust OEE improvement activities, determining equipment capacities, optimizing production among exiting facilities, and developing strategic outsourcing relationships.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Significant responsibility for area layouts, process definition, design/selection, justification, and implementation of equipment, programs, and tooling in support of capacity and continuous improvement projects;
• Responsible for supporting the successful inclusion of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) in New Product Introductions (NPI) that have sheet metal components;
• Contribute to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of sheet metal fabrication value streams;
• Ensure ongoing success of process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation that support sheet metal fabrication;
• Implement demand driven principles and strategies that supports operational excellence and long range plans (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness);
• Ensure product, material, and information streams flow and are synchronized to produce maximum efficiencies and lowest cost of operation in the sheet metal fabrication areas;
• Contribute to creation of innovative ideas to improve business results, specifically in the sheet metal fabrication areas;
• Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes;
• Implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs;
• Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing Continuous Improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical degree;
• 5+ years experience in Manufacturing Engineering function directly supporting soft tooled sheet metal fabrication processes, specifically turret punching, laser cutting, press brakes, and powder coating;
• Experienced project manager in the acquisition and implementation of new machine tools from start-up to reaching the desired production throughput.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Manufacturing Engineering function directly supporting soft tooled sheet metal fabrication processes, specifically turret punching, laser cutting, press brakes, MIG welding;
• Experienced project manager in the acquisition and implementation of new machine tools from start-up to reaching the desired production throughput;
• Manufacturing Engineering experience with Amada and Salvagnini fabrication equipment;
• Experience with CAD/CAM software associated with sheet metal fabrication equipment;
• Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or ProE);
• Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills;
• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements;
• Diverse skills and experience leading projects;
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results;Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments;
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution;
• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment.

Great Reasons To Work For Generac

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy our time with their families and co-workers
• Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day)
• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
• Product loan and discount programs

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.