Manufacturing Engineer II
Regal Rexnord · Erie, PA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 8 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Regal Rexnord (industrial) in Erie, PA. Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, Root cause, CNC, Machining, Time studies
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About the role
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Analyze, plan, and design layout of work area, equipment, resources, and production methods for waste reduction and maximum efficiency, with the use of Lean Manufacturing principles and processes.
- ◆Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
- ◆Maintain and ensure quality of machined components and finished assemblies by identifying, evaluating, and resolving production, process, and quality problems.
- ◆Recommend improvements for worker efficiency and reduction of waste through striving for True North, restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment to support one-piece flow where applicable.
- ◆Drive, coordinate and facilitate continuous improvement projects, kaizen events and cost improvement initiatives.
- ◆Participate in daily WAR (walk around review) meetings on the shopfloor. Drive problem solving activities using ABS tools.
- ◆Prepare estimates for implementation of process improvements including labor, equipment, material costs and assembly capabilities.
- ◆Lead and coordinate equipment purchase, installation, or modification projects. Responsible for preparing CAPEX documents, project budget and timing.
- ◆Confer with vendors to determine product specifications for equipment, materials, or parts and evaluate products according to production needs and quality standards.Create and proof
- ◆Work closely with Design Engineering on product design changes and/or new product development to include evaluation of tooling, fixtures, workflow, and workstations. Owns and supports new product launches.
- ◆Design workflow, workstations, and work cells in accordance with safety, environmental and ergonomic standards.
- ◆Develop, maintain, and improve production routings to provide clear and necessary work instructions to production associates. Strive to improve quality and reduce product cost.
- ◆Provide leadership, technical support, and instruction for manufacturing personnel on new assembly and/or machining procedures.
- ◆Represent the Company in technical matters dealing with outside vendors and/or customers. Travel to observe new methods, trade shows or workshops, customer visits and repairs as required.
- ◆Assist with work measurement programs and analyzing work samples for developing standards for labor utilization.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline is required.
- ✓3-5+ years of Engineering experience in a fast-paced manufacturing production and/or machining environment with proven success in implementing process or product improvements is preferred but will consider candidates with less experience or recent graduates.
- ✓Education or training in CNC Ma
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Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.
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Position Overview
The Industrial Powertrain Solutions segment of Regal Rexnord is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer at our Erie, PA location. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for applying engineering principles through planning and development of tools, methods, processes, and equipment that maximize quality of the final product in the most effective, efficient, and economic way possible. The position may be assigned to either Assembly or Machining operations.
Critical Competencies
- •Demonstrated safety orientation and compliance mindset.
- •Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills, including having a continuous improvement, "go and see" mindset and an advocate for driving change.
- •Highly productive with a strong sense of urgency and orientation to details, accuracy, and excellent outcomes.
- •Results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to be self-directed and self-motivated, effectively manage time and multiple priorities, and meet deliverables promptly.
- •A willingness to be flexible and adapt to changes in internal processes, delays, or unexpected events to meet daily customer demand and on-time delivery requirements, including performing any task required to meet department objectives.
- •Willingness and ability to work extended hours, including weekends as required to support manufacturing needs.
- •Demonstrated understanding of common manufacturing processes, equipment, or machinery, including strong knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic applications.
- •Demonstrated proficiency with reading and understanding blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and performing complex mathematical calculations (including trigonometry).
- •Strong analytical ability to recognize the need for modification of procedures or processes, identify root cause, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions where limited standardization or information exists.
- •Strong interpersonal skills which foster teamwork and collaboration and develop high quality working relationships to influence, gain support, and achieve results. This includes a strong cooperation with production, engineering, and maintenance personnel, external customers, and vendors.
- •Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively deliver and transfer knowledge of technical concepts to production associates and respond to questions.
- •Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle proprietary and sensitive information with integrity.
- •Intermediate to advanced level proficiency with CAD and MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- •Demonstrated understanding of finance, capital appropriations, and budgeting practices and ability to perform manufacturing analysis and estimate cost of labor, equipment, material, and assembly capabilities.