MW Industries

Project Engineer

MW Industries • $70K — $95K *
Addison, IL 60101In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of manufacturing engineering experience in the fastener industry
  • Proven skills in new product development and cost improvement analysis
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials
  • Familiarity with LEAN methodologies and continuous improvement strategies
  • Proficient in engineering software and data analysis tools like ERPs and Excel
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  • Self-motivated with strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Analyze blueprints and specifications for product requirements
  • Translate requirements into internal engineering drawings
  • Optimize material, labor, and equipment costs while meeting requirements
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure process consistency
  • Support vendor discussions for new product services
  • Define machine specifications for new equipment
  • Implement process improvement documentation such as PFMEAs

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Engagement with cutting-edge manufacturing processes
  • Ability to lead impactful projects within the organization
  • Direct involvement in product innovation and operational enhancements
Full Job Description
Position Overview

The Project Engineer in the Fastener Division is a key role in supporting the operational and growth objectives of the company. This individual will complete all manufacturing engineering duties as part of a core team responsible for deploying strategic new products and cost improvements. General job duties, though not comprehensive, can be expected to include creating internal product drawings and models, creating engineering methods and requirements, working with tooling engineering and operations to debug and maximizing machine efficiency, and analyzing manufacturing data for continuous improvement projects. This position requires an eye for detail, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and materials used in the fastener market, a hand on bias and thorough analytical methods.

Key Responsibilities
  • New Product Development:
    • Analyze blueprints, specifications, and proposals for product and process requirements.
    • Translate requirements into internal drawings and robust processing methods documented in an engineering master
    • Assess material, labor, and equipment to optimize costing while meeting product requirements.
    • Collaborate with operators, tooling engineering and operations management to drive consistency in process performance and utilization
    • Support discussions with outside vendors providing services for the new product
    • Where new equipment is required, defining machine requirements specification and working with sourcing to develop and deploy equipment.
    • Develop, with quality, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs and control plans
  • Continuous Improvement:
    • Conduct value stream mapping, cycle time evaluation, process flow mapping and other LEAN methods to identify areas where costs can be improved.
    • Analyze production data to find areas for improvement and develop CI strategy
    • Scope new equipment that can improve operational performance through either cost or lead time reduction.
    • Perform Gemba walks with mgmt. to get direct feedback from the floor on areas for improvement
    • Develop standard operating procedures to document and implement improvements
    • Where new equipment is required, defining machine requirements specification and working with sourcing to develop and deploy equipment.

Competencies
  • Strong analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail
  • High proficiency in utilizing software including ERPs, estimating software, excel and Microsoft products
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly collaborative.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Self-motivation with the ability to evaluate priorities and aggressively pursue high value activities with minimal guidance


About MW Industries

MW Industries is a leading manufacturer of springs, fasteners, and precision machined components. The company serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, and telecommunications. MW Industries has a global presence, with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Mexico, and China. The company is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers, and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the industry.
Learn more about MW Industries
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1973
* Ladders Estimates

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