Manufacturing Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense • Simsbury, CT • 10h ago

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here (https://www.eba-d.com/) to learn more.

Job Description

EBAD is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (ME) with project management experience working in a manufacturing environment. The ME position reports directly to the Product Engineering Lead (PEL).

Responsibilities:

The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) is the technical lead of the manufacturing processes of internal and external projects and is responsible for the implementation and execution of successful production activities. Primary duties include:

· Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation (including manufacturing instructions, routings, process specifications and tooling)

· Solving manufacturing problems, investigating process failures and implementing corrective actions

· Interface with production personnel including operators, quality inspectors, and shop floor supervisors

· Generate content for Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Process 3P (Production Preparation Process), TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and PHA (Process Hazard Assessment)

· Implementation of lean manufacturing methodologies including standard work, point of use tooling, material presentation and process improvements

· Develop manufacturing cell layouts including tooling, machinery and equipment as needed.

· Create standard work and contribute to manufacturing planning

· Identify, lead, and implement Capital Expenditure (CAPEX/CAR) initiatives as related to manufacturing equipment, machinery and automated inspection equipment

Requirements:

The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline, preferably mechanical engineering, industrial engineer, or manufacturing engineering or related manufacturing experience in multi-part mechanisms and mechanical assemblies. Additionally, it is desired that the candidate has experience in the following areas:

· 6+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing

· Project management skills with the ability to document, plan, and execute projects related to manufacturing equipment and process improvement

· Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects

· Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems using formal problem-solving tools.

· Demonstrated ability of implementing of Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing methodologies

· Familiarity with the Aerospace & Defense industry, AS9100, ISO9001 or other heavily regulated industry

· In-depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems.

· CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings and GD&T in SolidWorks

· Design of tooling and fixtures

· Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques

· MS Office proficiency - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio

· Knowledge of missile systems and launch vehicle mechanisms and systems.

· Enterprise/Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP/MRP) systems.

· This position requires good shop floor presence, and motivation to become a process/machine subject matter expert.

· The manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for investigations and daily floor support.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.

Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world.

Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense.

Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)

We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision.

AFB International (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/afb-international/)

AFB is the leader in pet food flavor enhancers. Ensuring product performance for pet food manufacturers-and their customers-is our business.

Cawood (https://cawood.co.uk/)

Cawood is the UK's leading scientific group, recognized for its technical capability and value-added service to customers in land-based industries.

? Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/ensign-bickford-aerospace-defense/)

EBAD is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets.

? EnviroLogix (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/envirologix-inc/)

EnviroLogix is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of tests for the rapid detection of GMOs and mycotoxins throughout the worldwide food production chain.

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