DescriptionThe Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) - Conrod is responsible for the development, optimization, and industrialization of manufacturing processes for connecting rod (conrod) components. This role supports the ramp-up of machining operations in Waukesha, ensuring robust, cost-effective, and high-quality production aligned with INNIO standards.
What you'll do:
- Develop and optimize machining processes for conrod manufacturing (e.g., milling, drilling, honing, finishing)
- Define and maintain manufacturing BOMs, routings, and work instructions, including standard times
- Support production ramp-up, including line setup, process validation, and troubleshooting
- Drive continuous improvement of quality, cycle time, and cost using Lean and Six Sigma principles
- Analyze tooling, consumables, and machining parameters to improve process capability and reduce cost
- Collaborate with Engineering/Design to ensure manufacturability of conrod components
- Lead or support industrialization activities, including fixture design and equipment specification
- Work cross-functionally with global teams (e.g., Jenbach) to transfer and standardize processes
- Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions for safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance
What you'll have:
- Bachelor degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in machining or production engineering, ideally with precision components (e.g., engine parts, rods, cranktrain)
- Experience with assembly and/or machining of heavy industrial equipment.
- Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and tooling concepts
- Experience with ERP systems (preferably Oracle) and manufacturing data structures (BOMs, routings)Ability to travel to Austria up to 10% of time, including for a long-term training assignment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
- Solid project management and problem-solving skills
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally (primarily to Jenbach, Austria) to support training, knowledge transfer, and production ramp-up, including for extended training periods
Additional Information:
- Location: Waukesha, WI
- Work Schedule: Onsite Monday through Friday
- Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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