Duties and Responsibilities
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Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing, quality, and equipment-related issues through root cause analysis and implementation of permanent corrective actions.
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Design, develop, implement, and integrate production equipment, electrical control systems, pneumatic systems, and related manufacturing processes.
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Monitor and analyze key manufacturing performance indicators (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity) and implement actions to achieve operational targets.
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Support preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives by providing engineering expertise to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
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Program, troubleshoot, and optimize automated manufacturing systems including PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, robots, sensors, and industrial communication networks.
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Drive cost reduction initiatives through waste elimination, cycle time reduction, material savings, automation, and continuous improvement projects.
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Provide technical support and training to production, maintenance, and engineering personnel as required.
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Develop, modify, and debug PLC programs to support new equipment installations, process improvements, and production requirements.
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Maintain, update, and control all engineering documentation, including process specifications, work instructions, equipment records, drawings, and program backups for the assigned Assembly area
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Support new model launches, equipment installations, and process validation activities to ensure successful implementation and production readiness.
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Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Suppliers, and Corporate Engineering teams to achieve production and business objectives.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
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Experience with OMRON PLC programming software, including CX-Programmer and SYSWIN.
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Knowledge of quality and manufacturing tools, including Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Process Quality Control Tables (PQCT).
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Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.
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Familiarity with automated assembly processes, robotics, vision systems, and industrial controls.
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Experience leading process improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
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Strong project management skills with experience supporting new product launches and equipment integration.
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Ability to analyze production data and implement corrective actions to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
Skills
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Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
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Ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Communication Skills
Must possess strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills effectively in Business English.
Physical Requirements
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Work in a manufacturing environment that may include equipment noise, temperature variations, and dust
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Perform job duties that require standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and moving throughout the workday
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Work safely in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all applicable regulatory standards
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Communicate, observe, and interpret information necessary to perform job duties, with or without assistive devices
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Understand and follow written and verbal instructions related to safety, quality, and operations
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Occasionally move or handle tools, materials, equipment, or documents
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When required, lift or move items up to 10 pounds without assistance
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When lifting, pushing, pulling, or transporting heavier items (up to 50 pounds or more), company-provided assistive or mechanical devices will be used
