Senior Manufacturing Engineer

CIRCOR International, Inc.

Warren (MA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership Program

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

Circor International in Warren, MA, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to drive new product development, process improvement, and manufacturing support for high-precision metal parts.

You will define standards, lead PFMEA, mentor engineers, collaborate across functions, and influence capital equipment startup. Strong machining background and Lean/Six Sigma experience are required.

Qualifications

Results oriented with sound judgment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and strategic skills.
Mentor and develop other employees.
Cross-functional collaboration across departments.
Extensive machining background with close tolerance metal parts.
CAD/CAM exposure with NX/SolidWorks/Mastercam.
Lean/Six-Sigma experience.
Proficient in MS Office and CAD/CAM tools.

Responsibilities

Define, maintain, and control technical standards for Manufacturing Engineers.
Lead PFMEA activities and define process control requirements.
Support cross-functional relationships and collaboration globally.
Mentor and develop technical abilities of other employees.
Evaluate complex manufacturing processes and engage with suppliers.
Lead capital equipment evaluation, procurement, and startup.
Provide technical guidance on manufacturing projects and COS activities.
Produce engineering documentation and participate in continuous improvement.
Travel as needed, up to 10%.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial)

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Job description

About Circor

Join a Team That Powers the Mission-Critical.

Because here, you don’t just make products. You make a difference.

Department Mission Statement

The mission of Manufacturing Engineering is to establish manufacturing control through process development, creation of standard work, and cross functional collaboration to guarantee process safety and quality while supporting improved delivery through efficiency.

SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Position Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will support the business in areas of new product development; process improvement; daily product support; manage key programs; technical authority in metal processes; analyze and interpret technical data (engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, etc.) and create shop routings, operations sheets, tools, and other necessary processes and equipment to produce a high-quality product.

Responsibilities

Define, maintain, and control the technical standards for use by Manufacturing Engineers
Define process control requirements and lead PFMEA activities
Support the growth of constructive relationships between all departments of the organization and globally.
Mentor and develop the technical abilities of other employees.
Evaluate complex manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials, conferring with suppliers, and soliciting observations from shop floor workforce
Participate in the evaluation, procurement, and start-up of new capital equipment with a focus on modern technology
Lead trouble shooting efforts on and off the shop floor in RCCM activities
Be the prime contact on high-level Manufacturing Engineering projects
Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing industry networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and/or participating in professional associations
When requested, take on a leadership role in CIRCOR Operating System (COS) activities
Achieve and hold government clearance as needed
Travel as needed, anticipated as less than 10% of working time
Provide manufacturing and manufacturability input for production planning, design, or repair
Update the ERP system with proper process routers and other manufacturing support information
Participate in or lead continuous improvement projects that support the Lean Manufacturing methodology such as SMED and Kaizen events
Engage with vendors to arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts to necessary specifications/quality standards and evaluate products according
Design layout of equipment and workspace to maximize efficiency
Takes initiative to solve complex engineering problems and coordinate with other functional areas as needed.
Produce comprehensive and complete engineering technical documentation.
Demonstrate effective communication (teleconference, email, and in-person) through interaction with customers (internal and external) regarding technical subject matter.
Lead continuous improvement activities.
Mentor junior manufacturing engineers.
Provide technical guidance to small and mid-size engineering project teams.
Regarded as a “Go-To” Technical Specialist.
Comply with all company policies/procedures.
Comply with all military and contractual requirements.
All other duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Results oriented, with sound judgment.
Results oriented, with sound judgment.
Excellent demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, and strategic skills.
Excellent Interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a cross-function team.
Ability to Mentor.
Ability to perform in an ambiguous environment.
Extensive machining background in the production of close tolerance highly precision products involving various types of metal allows. CAD/CAM experience with exposure in working with NX, Solid Works or Master Cam preferred.
Strong metal processing background, i.e., Heat Treating, Surface Finishing, Forging, Casting, etc.
Strong Project Management Skills.
Thorough knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, Project, Solidworks, CATIA and other applicable tools.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention; displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
Passion for data, analysis, trends, reporting and technology. Ability to read and interpret documents. Ability to write clearly and informatively routine reports, correspondence, and designs workflows and procedures. Presents numerical data effectively.
Demonstrated aptitude for process improvement and use of Lean and Six-Sigma resources and tools.

Education & Experience

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial) from an accredited university.
At least 8 years of relevant Manufacturing Engineering experience preferred in a high precision manufacturing environment with high mix/low volume product rates.

Other

U.S. Citizen

Company Background

CIRCOR International is one of the world’s leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial and Aerospace & Defense markets. The Company has a product portfolio of market-leading brands serving its customers’ most demanding applications. CIRCOR markets its solutions directly and through various sales partners to more than 14,000 customers in approximately 100 countries. The Company has a global presence with approximately 3,100 employees with headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts. For more information visit our website at https://www.circor.com/. In late 2023, CIRCOR was acquired by the private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. (together with its affiliates, “KKR”). The news release is available here along with additional information about KKR and its unique approach to employee ownership can be found at the end of this document.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CIRCOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities, veterans, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Why Work at CIRCOR

Employee Ownership Program

As part of CIRCOR’s acquisition by KKR, you’re not just an employee – you are an owner. All employees are owners of the company and everyone has a stake in the company’s success. Our ownership culture fosters a sense of pride and accountability, driving innovation and excellence across all levels of the company.

Since 2011, KKR portfolio companies have awarded billions of dollars of total equity value to over 60,000 non-senior management employees, demonstrating how broad-based engagement and alignment can create business value while driving greater financial inclusion.

Other Benefits Include