Senior Manufacturing Engineer

John Galt Staffing; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

John Galt Staffing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support collaboration between Design Engineering and production teams in a growing facility in Maryland. The role emphasizes make/buy analyses, equipment planning, process development, and continuous improvement for new product introductions.

The ideal candidate will have a 3+ year manufacturing background (preferably electrical/electronic/RF), hands-on CAD experience, and knowledge of GD&T. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, RF, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment (preferably electrical/electronic/RF).
• Experience with materials, methods and equipment for assembling and testing electronics.
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerances in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to analyze drawings, BOMs, CAD models and specifications.
• U.S. citizen capable of obtaining and maintaining a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Assembly Technicians and other Manufacturing Engineers to ensure clear communication between design and manufacturing.
• Perform make/buy analyses for new designs by reviewing drawings, sketches, and schematics.
• Determine necessary capital equipment, facility requirements, and manufacturing technologies for emerging programs.
• Develop manufacturing processes, procedures, tool designs, production layouts, cost estimates, and configuration control for new products.
• Identify emerging manufacturing technologies and perform cost/benefit analyses for implementation.
• Develop factory floor plans and equipment arrangements to ensure efficient flow.
• Develop detailed manufacturing process documents and drive best practices.
• Develop detailed production plans to support new products.
• Provide technical support to internal and external suppliers.
• Maintain a positive attitude while interacting with a diverse workforce.
• Implement automation, AI, and other continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Lean manufacturing

DFX

CAD

GD&T

ERP/MRP

MES

Electrical/RF

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/RF/Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

UG NX 10+

SolidWorks

Oracle ERP

Matrix PLM

Solumina MES

Excel

Outlook

Job description

• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Assembly Technicians and other Manufacturing Engineers to provide a clear line of communication between design and manufacturing.
• Perform make/buy analyses for new designs by reviewing drawings, sketches, and schematics.
• Determine necessary capital equipment, facility requirements, manufacturing technologies, and other manufacturing requirements for emerging programs.
• Develop manufacturing processes, procedures, tool designs, production layouts, cost estimates, and configuration control methods for efficient manufacturing of new products.
• Identify emerging manufacturing technologies and perform cost/benefit analysis for implementation.
• Develop factory floorplans and equipment arrangements with facilities to ensure efficient and productive flow.
• Develop detailed manufacturing process documents by providing technical knowhow and drive best practices.
• Develop detailed production plans to support new products.
• Provide technical support to both internal and external suppliers via in person and/or phone support.
• Maintain a positive attitude while interacting with a diverse and multi-functional workforce.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated implementation of lean practices.
• Identify and implement automation, AI, and other innovative continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

• Experience levels will be determined by a hiring team. We are looking for candidates with a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree preferably in Electrical, RF, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably electrical/electronic/RF experience)
• Experience and relevant background in application of materials, manufacturing methods and equipment; especially in regards to assembling, troubleshooting, repairing electronic systems, circuits, test equipment and cables/harnesses
• Knowledge of electronics, electrical, RF, mechanical design and lean manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of DFX principles, including Design for Manufacturing, Inspection, Assembly, and Cost.
• Knowledge of GD&T and the appropriate tolerances in a manufacturing mechanical environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of existing manufacturing technologies, and the ability to research emerging manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to analyze and understand technical drawings, preliminary bills of material, engineering sketches, CAD models, prototypes, specifications, and ad hoc requirements.
• Ability to detect and analyze potential design issues, and to apply logical or scientific solutions to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to visualize and comprehend critical elements of a manufacturing environment and to understand the interactions of various factors that affect engineering designs.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, diverse team environment. Includes the ability to justify analytical results then effectively communicate recommendations to positively influence designs and processes.
• Written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Manufacturing specific computer skills: ERP and MRP (e.g. Oracle); PLM (e.g. Matrix); MES (e.g. Solumina).
• Experience with CAD software (UG NX 10+, SolidWorks).
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree required. Preferred degrees are Electrical, RF, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.