Crown Equipment Corporation

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (Product Development)

Crown Equipment Corporation$92K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-15 years of related experience required
  • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related field; equivalent experience accepted
  • Willingness to travel occasionally (0-20%)
  • Ability to work flexible hours including overnight stays (0-20%)

Responsibilities

  • Lead manufacturing initiatives for large truck product development projects.
  • Develop manufacturing strategies and processes aligned with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles.
  • Define and ensure alignment with project cost targets.
  • Manage tooling and equipment requirements for project support.
  • Coordinate design reviews and procurement with global manufacturing plants.
  • Act as project manager for manufacturing aspects from conception to launch.
  • Present updates to executives during Milestone meetings.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible benefits plan
  • 401K retirement savings plan
  • Life and disability benefits
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays and vacation days
  • Tuition reimbursement program
Full Job Description
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Responsibilities:
  • Manufacturing lead representative for large truck level product development projects.
  • Work with project teams early in the product development process to create manufacturing strategies and processes aligning with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles.
  • Assist in defining cost targets and ensure alignment with the cost goals of the project.
  • Maintain spending, tooling, equipment requirements to support projects.
  • Coordinate design reviews and the procurement of development level components and products with the manufacturing plants globally.
  • Act as project manager for the manufacturing portion of product development projects from conception through production launch.
  • Present project updates to executives at Milestone meetings
  • Work with Current Product teams for early engagement and to share learnings through development process.
  • Work with the Process Technology group to leverage and share emerging technologies with project teams.
  • Develop and mentor others while providing technical direction and leadership.
  • This position reports to the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager.


Qualifications:
  • 8-15 years related experience
  • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related
    • Non-degree considered if 12+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
  • Occasional/Frequent travel (0-20%).
  • Occasional/Frequent overnight stays (0-20%).


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with CAD, Simulation Software, and Lean Mfg. Principles
  • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related
  • Extensive knowledge of current manufacturing processes and emerging technologies
  • Ability to influence others on initiatives that advances technology, processes, and product.
  • Outstanding communication and presentation skills to facilitate discussions with a wide variety of personnel at different levels of the organization
  • Strong background in Crown manufacturing processes including automation.
  • Ability to support multiple projects at once.
  • Excellent leadership and coaching skills
  • Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills.


Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

About Crown Equipment Corporation

Crown Equipment Corporation is a manufacturer of material handling equipment. The company was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in New Bremen, Ohio. Crown Equipment offers a wide range of products including forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks. The company also provides warehouse design and automation services. Crown Equipment's products are sold through a network of dealers and distributors across the United States and internationally.
Learn more about Crown Equipment Corporation
Size
16,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1945

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