Senior Manufacturing Engineer

The Timken Company; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CGI Inc., a Timken company, located in Carson City, Nevada, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to develop production tooling, establish in-process inspection criteria, and drive continuous improvement through Lean initiatives.

You will lead CAPA activities, coordinate ECOs and routings, and collaborate with customers to address quality issues, delivering robust manufacturing solutions for precision components.

Qualifications

• B.S.M.E. or manufacturing/mechanical engineering degree.
• 4+ years as manufacturing engineer; tool/machine design experience.
• Experience evaluating capital expenditures.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Create and update Engineering Masters for new components and revised parts; establish inspection criteria.
• Develop processes, tooling, and production controls; manage assembly and validation.
• Evaluate manufacturability and cost before/after releases.
• Provide customers with pFMEA, inspection plans, and validation documents.
• Lead root cause analysis and CAPA prevention initiatives.
• Coordinate ECOs, routings, standards and data entry.
• Lead cost-reduction efforts with Manufacturing Engineering Manager.
• Monitor emerging manufacturing technologies and assess applications.
• Design tools and machines to support operations and recommend new technologies.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Communication

ERP

Education

B.S.M.E. or manufacturing/mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Ready for a career where you are truly valued? Your journey starts here at CGI Inc, a Timken company.

CGI is based in the heart of Carson City, Nevada, nestled right against the Sierra Nevada mountains and just 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe. At CGI we strive daily to exceed customer expectations with quality products and services that power the future of medical and robotics innovation. From precision gears used in life-saving surgical robots to components that have landed on the moon, our work has a global footprint. Join a team that values your contributions and empowers you to make a real-world difference. At CGI, Inc. we understand that our success rests on our most valued asset - our employees.

Job Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer establishes new Engineering Masters (EMs) along with in-process inspection plan criteria. This role supports new programs by developing processes, designing tooling, and implementing production controls. Responsibilities include designing production tools and machines and resolving production challenges related to materials, processes, shop floor routing, and tooling. The engineer integrates all production-related aspects of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and customer-driven revision changes. They analyze root causes and resolve Corrective Action/Preventative Actions (CAPAs), provide documentation and manufacturability feedback to customers, and collaborate with customers to address quality issues. The role works closely with the Manufacturing Engineering Manager to prioritize and execute Lean and other continuous improvement projects.

Essential Responsibilities

• Generate and update Engineering Masters for new and revised components, including inspection criteria.
• Develop processes, tooling, and production controls; manage assembly and validation.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes for cost and feasibility before and after releases.
• Provide customers with documentation like pFMEA, inspection plans, and validations.
• Collaborate with customers to resolve quality issues.
• Coordinate engineering releases, routings, standards, and data entry.
• Set priorities with Manufacturing Engineering Manager and lead documented cost-reduction efforts.
• Lead root cause analysis and CAPA prevention initiatives.
• Implement Lean and continuous improvement projects.
• Monitor emerging manufacturing technologies and assess applications.
• Design tools and machines to support operations.
• Recommend new technologies for company use.
• Conduct complex job quoting with estimating software and scenario analyses.
• Perform additional assigned duties.

Technical Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of mechanical principles, machining, metal properties, and math application to machinery and tooling.
• Familiar with modern fabrication, assembly, and machine-shop practices.
• Understanding of ISO 9000:2000 quality management standards.
• Proficient in AutoCAD drafting and SolidWorks modeling.
• Able to analyze manufacturing equipment issues with attention to detail.
• Skilled in combining established methods with innovations to solve production problems.
• Self-motivated and works well with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills with all organizational levels and external partners.
• Knowledgeable in computer systems, data processing, ERP, and MRP principles.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S.M.E. degree or a B.S. degree focused on Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent qualification.
• At least four years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, including expertise in tool and/or machine design.
• Demonstrated experience in evaluating and analyzing capital appropriations.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.