Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Materials & Process)

ZipRecruiter; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to enhance product quality and streamline manufacturing processes. In this pivotal role, you will design tooling and collaborate with production teams to ensure efficiency and reliability. Your expertise in composites and aerospace will be crucial as you introduce new products and processes. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of innovative manufacturing solutions. Join a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in aerospace composites.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience as a Manufacturing Engineer.
• Experience with composites and aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce production tooling and assembly tooling.
• Collaborate with shop floor leadership to improve production times.
• Create training for shop floor technicians on new processes.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

CNC Programming

3D Modeling (SolidWorks)

Composites Experience

Education

BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Relevant Field Degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Camworks

CNC Machines

3D Printers

Epicor

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Materials & Process)

Aerospace Composite Solutions, Inc.

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Reports to

Director of Engineering

Last Revision Date:

January 28, 2025

Summary/Objectives

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for ensuring the manufacturing process is reliable and stable to ensure product quality. This position works with the customer and customer models to design and produce production tooling, layup molds, drill fixtures and assembly tooling necessary to produce products. He/she will generate the ply kits, core kits, laser projection programs, planning, work instructions and any other details necessary to convey the product design features to the shop floor, this includes but is not limited to the following functions.

Essential Functions

• Creating products, materials, and work sequences to produce tooling, parts, and assemblies in ACS’s ERP system.
• Reads, interprets, understands, and creates product specifications.
• Tooling design and development
• Introduction of new products and processes; adjusts based on manufacturing feasibility
• Collaborates with the shop floor leadership to improve production times and resolve issues.
• Creates and presents training to shop floor technicians on new documented processes & procedures.
• Ensures work instructions are accurate and current; makes changes as necessary
• Understand product quality and things that influence product quality.
• Serve as backup to program and operate CNC machine and FARO arm, if needed.
• Maintains 6s in the workplace.
• Work on production equipment as required repairs, preventive maintenance, and general maintenance activities.
• Performs other related duties as may be required.

Required Education and Experience

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology or other relevant field
• 8-10 years or relevant work experience as a Manufacturing or Materials & Process Engineer.
• Experience working with composites (carbon fiber, fiberglass, quartz, etc.)
• Experience working within the aerospace industry
• Experience working with 3D modeling (SolidWorks)
• Experience working with Camworks, a plus
• Experience programming and running CNC machines & 3D printers, a plus
• Experience working with Epicor, a plus

Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solves problems in a collaborative and clear manner.
• Ability to hold self and others accountable and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements
• Keen attention to detail.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibility but may provide direction and guidance to others in the engineering department and/or production. He/she must be able to collaborate and influence others to successfully perform the role.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This job operates in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. This role routinely uses and/or is exposed to equipment used in the composites manufacturing process, cutting devices, hand tools, computers, handheld scanners, etc. Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for up to 10 hours per day. Must be able to repetitively lift to 50 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during day shift hours. Evening and weekend overtime work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Limited travel up to 25% may be required for various training or product support activities.

AAP/EEO Statement Aerospace Composite Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to , creed, , belief, , , , , , veteran status or any other status protected by law.

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