Manufacturing Engineer II

Job Function:

Engineering

Location:

US, IL, Bolingbrook

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Manufacturing Engineer II

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Lead Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, this position will be responsible for the continuous improvement of our safety, quality, delivery, and cost through the elimination of waste from our production processes, launching new products/processes into operations, and by educating and empowering our production staff.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities:

• Investigates cutting edge technology and equipment to improve process safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Works with vendors to spec out equipment to meet G&W manufacturing needs and builds necessary business case to justify purchase.
• Uses 3D modeling to design fixtures to solve ergonomic issues, improve takt times, and improve product quality.
• Participates in new product design reviews to provide feedback on DFMEA, PFMEA, and other assembly considerations.
• Supports implementation of new products and product lines from prototype to launch through design of fixturing, creation of cell layout, purchasing of equipment, documentation and training.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Conducts/leads or participates in Process Mapping, FMEA, Kaizans and 8 Step Problem Solving, Quality Control Plan development, DFM, initiatives to promote and ensure that processes are continuously improved
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Uses data to identify and address problems

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial or related Engineering field
• 3-8 years’ experience working in manufacturing environment.
• Computer proficient; confident with data analysis programs
• Problem solving skills with experience using root cause analysis techniques
• 3D CAD experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six sigma, Red X, or other problem-solving certification
• Experience with implementing lean manufacturing in an organization
• 2D CAD experience for layouts
• Experience with injection molding processes

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

• General Office Environment, PC use
• Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)
• Standing

Why join us? G&W enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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