Manufacturing Engineer II

Integrated Polymer Solutions • Lake Forest, CA • 3h ago

This is a typical Manufacturing Engineering role that requires a "hands-on" approach to actively support day to day production needs such as resolving production issues, reviewing Bills of Materials, Routers, costing, Engineering Change Orders and Engineering Orders. To implement process improvement, as well as sustaining and development initiatives (including tools, jigs, fixtures and manual machines). The incumbent will look for continuous improvement opportunities and support projects focused on the maintenance, upgrading, specification of, and installation of machines and equipment.

Bal Seal Engineering delivers advanced sealing, connecting, and contact solutions that serve medical, aerospace, energy, and industrial markets. Our proprietary spring-energized seals and electrical contacts help customers achieve precision, efficiency, and reliability. Employees thrive in a culture that values craftsmanship, technical mastery, and close partnership with customers solving complex challenges.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Mentor lower-level engineers and serve as a resource to share knowledge with the engineering team and the rest of the company

Review designs for manufacturability and cost (DFM/A)

Responsible for design and/or sourcing, validation, and qualification of new manufacturing equipment

Review and Interpretation of engineering drawings per ASME Y14.5

Ability to drive to root cause, provide short and long-term corrective solutions

Develop and support Continuous Improvement Initiatives

Provide day to day troubleshooting assistance and support for Engineering and Operations

Establishes routings, BoMs, processes, layouts, tools, costs, and labor standards for manufacturing processes. Development of supporting documentation including PFMEAs, drawings, work instructions, procedures, tools/jigs/fixtures, and processes to support new product introduction. Documentation of legacy production equipment and "tribal knowledge" processes

Review, initiate and assess Engineering Change Orders, Engineering Orders, drawing and process deviations

Perform other related duties as assigned

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical degree

Other technical qualifications and/or a demonstrated minimum 7 years' experience in a similar technical environment may be considered

6-Sigma Yellow or Green Belt certification desired

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience

Experience implementing Continuous Improvement, Lean initiatives, developing and implementing Process Capability studies

Experience interfacing with ERP/MRP and PLM/PDM Systems

Experience with assembly or manufacturing shop floor

Experience overseeing and approving DFMA reviews and approval of engineering drawings

Experience with machining small and medium sized precision components made from a variety of polymers and metals preferred

Experience with Laser welding processes and techniques a plus

Experience with 3D modeling software Solidworks and/or Inventor preferred

Experience working with suppliers to improve processes and/or understand and document industry standards preferred

Strong computer and analytical skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working Knowledge of GD&T interpretation and implementation per ASME Y14.5

Base knowledge in inspection tools and methods

Working knowledge of Manufacturing Methods and Processes

Knowledge of statistical process control preferred

Ability to effectively and safely utilize various hand and power tools

Knowledge of machine elements (i.e. fasteners, bearings, gear and belt drive etc.)

Must be able to work in a highly collaborative environment

Must be hands on and interface with plant personnel and operators

Ability to identify and solve problems with little direction or assistance

Ability to utilize ERP/MRP and PLM/PDM systems

Working knowledge of and ability to utilize CAD systems

Base knowledge of metallurgy (i.e. material strength, hardness, machinability, heat treatment processes)

Basic Project Management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements:

Employee is occasionally required to stand

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk

This position is mainly sedentary; Therefore, required to sit

Occasionally will need to bend, stoop and squat

Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Required to reach with hands and arms to handle documents and products

Must be able to enter data into a computer by use of a keyboard and

Work Environment:

The work environment conditions are typical of a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the basic functions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate, however, hearing protection may be required if employee enters high noise areas as a part of their normal job duties.

Benefits:

At Bal Seal Engineering (BSE) we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

BSE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a "U.S. person" as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.

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