Manufacturing Engineer

RIC Power Corp.

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
  • 3-7 years of manufacturing experience, ideally in switchgear or electrical equipment
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Experience with process design and production planning
  • Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality
  • Collaborate with design and engineering teams on new product introductions
  • Conduct time studies and workflow analyses to optimize production
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and support production teams
  • Develop and maintain process documentation and SOPs
  • Implement Lean Manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste
  • Monitor production metrics for data-driven improvements

Benefits

  • Health spending account for health, vision, and dental expenses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Safety Shoes allowance
  • Safety Prescription Glasses Allowance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company Events
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective production. This role partners with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and supply chain to drive continuous improvement, support new product introductions, and solve complex production challenges.

Job Duties:
  • Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain quality standards.
  • Collaborate with product design and engineering teams to support new product introductions, including process design, prototyping, and validation.
  • Conduct time studies, workflow analyses, and capacity planning to optimize production lines.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, implement corrective actions, and provide technical support to production teams.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
  • Coordinate with maintenance and quality teams to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with safety standards.
  • Support automation initiatives and evaluate new manufacturing technologies for feasibility and ROI.
  • Monitor production metrics and provide data-driven recommendations for process improvements.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in switchgear, electrical, or industrial equipment manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Experience with process design, workflow optimization, and production planning.
  • Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Experience with automation, robotics, or smart manufacturing technologies considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of quality standards (ISO 9001, CSA, UL, or equivalent).
  • Ability to lead projects and mentor junior engineers considered an asset.


Key Competencies:
  • Analytical thinking and process optimization
  • Attention to detail and quality focus
  • Effective collaboration and teamwork
  • Project management and organizational skills
  • Adaptability and continuous learning mindset


Benefits
  • Health spending account for health, vision and dental expenses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Safety Shoes allowance
  • Safety Prescription Glasses Allowance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company Events

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