Manufacturing Engineer

Purpose of Position Establishment

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production, high quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role involves close collaboration with production, quality, and design teams to support product introduction, continuous improvement, and scaling to high-volume manufacturing.

Job Responsibilities

1.Process Development and Optimization

1.1 Design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce cost.

1.2 Develop and validate work instructions, process flow charts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

1.3 Perform time studies, capacity analysis, and line balancing.

2.Production Support

2.1 Provide daily engineering support to resolve production issues, equipment downtime, and process bottlenecks.

2.2 Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for quality and yield problems.

2.3 Ensure processes comply with safety and quality standards (ISO, IATF).

3.New Product Introduction (NPI)

3.1 Collaborate with R&D and design teams to transition products from prototype to mass production.

3.2 Develop process validation plans (IQ, OQ, PQ) and oversee qualification builds.

3.3 Optimize tooling, fixtures, and equipment to meet production requirements.

4.Continuous Improvement

4.1 Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies to eliminate waste and improve throughput.

4.2 Identify opportunities for automation and digitalization in manufacturing.

4.3 Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (OEE, yield, scrap, cycle time).

5. Collaboration and Documentation

5.1 Work with suppliers, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure material readiness and compliance.

5.2 Prepare technical documentation, reports, and training for operators and technicians.

5.3 Support audits, compliance checks, and certification activities.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.

Work Experience

1. Experience in a manufacturing or production engineering environment.

2. Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) or PMP is a plus.

Knowledge and Preferred Skills

1. Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, PFMEA, and root cause analysis tools.

2. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

3. Familiarity with ERP/MES, SPC systems.

4. Use JMP on data analysis and Statistical Process Control.

5. Python (or other programming language) skills are highly advantageous for data analysis and automation.

Professional Qualities

Strong teamwork spirit, sense of responsibility, result-oriented mindset, and practical work ethic.