Motivepower, Inc

Manufacturing Engineer II

Motivepower, Inc$85K — $108K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent education and experience.
  • 3-6 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering.
  • Proficient in Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies.
  • Experience with AutoCAD or ProE/SolidWorks (6 months+).
  • Strong technical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Self-motivated with excellent teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and improve manufacturing methods within the plant.
  • Estimate production times, staffing needs, and related costs.
  • Collaborate with management and engineering on manufacturing capabilities.
  • Train both technical and non-technical staff on manufacturing processes.
  • Apply statistical methods for future manufacturing requirements and solutions.
  • Lead DFMEA sessions to identify design risks.
  • Promote and manage quality improvements within manufacturing processes.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be provided if eligible.
  • Annual bonus opportunities may be available, if eligible.
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
  • Retirement plans and options.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Who will you be working with?

You'll be joining Wabtec Bus Solutions, a team driving innovation in Transit Bus & Rail systems, including passenger door systems, wheelchair lifts & ramps, e-Bus charging systems, driver's protective barriers, and more. We blend technical expertise with deep product knowledge to deliver high-impact solutions for our customers and communities.

How will you make a difference?

As a Manufacturing Engineer II within Wabtec Bus Solutions, you will perform a variety of manufacturing engineering assignments including developing, evaluating and improving manufacturing methods within the industrial plant. Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions. Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, and other considerations to facilitate production processes. Train technical as well as non-technical associations, assist others through moderate to complex tasks and apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential issues while driving solutions.

What do we want to know about you?

You may be a good fit if you have:
  • Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year College or university; or three to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience in Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, PFMEA ,Gemba events. Experience (6 months or more) in Auto-Cad, or ProE/ Solid Works is required.
  • Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning capability
  • Must be a self-motivated and a great team worker

What will your typical day look like?
  • Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
  • Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
  • Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
  • Conduct DFMEA sessions to identify and mitigate design risks

What about the physical demands of the job?
  • Primarily office-plant based work
  • Use a computer for extended periods
  • Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds
  • Stand, walk, and navigate facilities
  • Occasional travel (10%) to customers and manufacturing sites

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $[redacted]00. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

About Motivepower, Inc

MotivePower, Inc. is an American manufacturer of diesel-electric locomotives. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wabtec, and traces its history back to the MK Rail division of Morrison-Knudsen.
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