Manufacturing Engineer II

Whitcraft, LLC

$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or 8 years of CNC turning programming experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer with a focus on CNC turning programming.
  • 3+ years experience with GD&T on blueprints in Aerospace or regulated industries.
  • Proficiency in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read blueprints accurately.

Responsibilities

  • Determine sequences of operations for new product introduction (NPI) and support flow for existing products.
  • Utilize CNC machining knowledge to enhance product families and select machine replacements.
  • Develop CNC programs using NX CAD/CAM software and machine controls.
  • Design tooling solutions for optimizing machining processes and enhancing work holding fixtures.
  • Collaborate with machinists to improve quality and achieve production targets.
  • Incorporate machinist feedback to enhance existing programs and processes.
  • Maintain accurate records for CNC programs and tooling data.

Benefits

  • Health and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) match.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
Full Job Description
About the Opportunity:

We're looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer Candidate. You will have the opportunity to work with an experienced and highly motivated team. The role will be processed based and will have a focus on programming and supporting CNC Turning of nickel forgings, nickel castings, and aluminum castings

Location: Malden Ma

  • Onsite Only


Responsibilities:

  • Manufacturing Engineering: Determine a sequence of operations for NPI parts, support/improve flow for existing products, create and update routings, operation sketches, PFMEAs, perform capacity analysis, evaluate process capabilities and troubleshoot CNC processes
  • CNC Knowledge: Leverage experience with various CNC machines including lathes, milling, EDM and others to support existing products families & NPI, and able to identify/select machine replacements
  • Programming: Develop CNC programs using machine controls and NX CAD/CAM software.
  • Tooling Solutions: Design tooling solutions for material removal (custom tool holders for clearances, special part features) and work holding/fixturing (pie jaws, rings, clamps, covers, etc.) to optimize machining processes and account for part movement.
  • Technical Support: Provide guidance to team members and collaborate with machinists to improve mistake proofing, as well as quality and production targets.
  • Process Optimization: Gather feedback from the machinists and incorporate their feedback to improve existing programs and processes for better efficiency and process capability.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of CNC programs, models, fixturing, and tooling information for traceability.
  • Safety and Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety procedures and regulations.
  • Continuous Improvement: Lead implementation of continuous improvement ideas and participate in Kaizen workshops.
  • Training Support: Identify potential areas where the shop could use more training and document as you go.
  • Problem Solving: Address manufacturing and quality issues using root cause analysis and soft skills.


Required Qualifications:

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar degree at an ABET accredited school, or in absence of a degree, 8 years of relevant CNC turning programming.
  • For candidates with a bachelor's degree, a minimum 3 years of prior relevant experience in CNC turning programming as a Manufacturing Engineer
  • 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting GD&T on blueprints, process specifications, and technical drawings in Aerospace or comparable regulated Industry.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar degree at an ABET accredited school, or in absence of a degree, 8 years of relevant CNC turning programming.
  • For candidates with a bachelor's degree, a minimum 3 years of prior relevant experience in CNC turning programming as a Manufacturing Engineer
  • Experience with reading and interpreting GD&T on blueprints, process specifications, and technical drawings in Aerospace or comparable regulated Industry.
  • Proficiency in English language, both verbal and written.
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret blueprints and sketches accurately.


Working Conditions:

  • Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
  • Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to travel between locations or to suppliers up to 25% of time.


Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

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