WEG

Manufacturing Engineer

WEG$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of electrical panel design, assembly, and testing processes
  • Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Experience with SAP is a plus
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Engineering teams to give feedback on product design for manufacturability
  • Create and maintain technical documentation including specifications and troubleshooting procedures
  • Analyze and improve panel design for production efficiency and cost reduction
  • Develop templates and poka-yokes to boost productivity and maintain quality
  • Provide technical assistance to manufacturing for assembly, testing, and packing of LV electrical panels
  • Update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes

Benefits

  • Pleasant work environment
  • Competitive compensation
  • Full benefits package
Full Job Description
About the role:

WEG has an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer in our Duluth office. The Manufacturing Engineer role for LV (Low Voltage) Electrical Panels involves providing technical assistance and engineering support to the manufacturing team. The role includes ensuring the production process is efficient, cost-effective, and meets quality standards. The position requires collaboration with Engineering (design), quality, and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues, optimize production processes, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Works closely with Engineering teams to provide feedback on product design for manufacturing.
  • Creates and maintains technical detailed documentation as technical specifications/drawings, Bills of Material, and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Analyzes and improves panel design to enhance efficiency in production and cost reduction.
  • Develops templates/poka-yokes for production to increase productivity and ensure quality.
  • Provides technical assistance and support to the manufacturing team for the assembly, testing and packing of new and/or current LV electrical panels projects, including prototypes.
  • Develops and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree, Field of study required: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Knowledge/Training
  • Strong Knowledge of electrical panel design, assembly and testing process
  • Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Experience with SAP is a differential
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Experience:
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the manufacturing environment

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package. To Apply: All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

About WEG

WEG is a Brazilian multinational company that produces electric motors, generators, transformers, and other electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1961 and has since grown to become one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world. WEG operates in several industries including oil and gas, mining, and renewable energy. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. WEG has received several awards for its sustainability efforts and was named one of the world's most sustainable companies by Corporate Knights in 2021.
Learn more about WEG
Size
33,342 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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