Manufacturing Engineer III – NPD Lead
$100,000–$129,600 year
On-siteRedmond, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Lead installation and sequencing of machines, work stations, tools, and parts to optimize production efficiency. Guide engineers on process documentation, coordinate improvement plans, and use Genie Operating System tools to analyze cycle time, scrap rates, and test results. Research design proposals against manufacturability standards, estimate future requirements, and recommend parts, maintenance tasks, and safety procedures. Plan and lead manufacturing validation, preproduction, and line transition builds to minimize downtime. Assist design and project engineers in resolving product issues, evaluating new designs, and training production teams on new processes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BS in Mechanical, Engineering Technology, Electrical, Industrial, Civil or Aeronautical) that is ABET accredited
- 4+ years working in a manufacturing environment
- Ambulatory ability to walk and stand on a continuous basis; to bend, stoop, and kneel on an intermittent basis; to lift medium weight objects up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
- Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints
- Ability to use Solidworks or equivalent engineering software
Desired Qualifications
- Prior project or leadership experience preferred
- Specialized professional knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of mechanical or industrial engineering in an industrial environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated teamwork
- Technical writing skills sufficient to prepare product specifications, test, and process documentation
- Ability to problem solve using statistical analysis and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrated ability to convert engineering principles into actionable production plans
- Prior knowledge and practice with Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time, and Total Quality Management
- Ability to identify and prioritize work with limited input from manager
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills – primarily in person, but occasionally in other mediums with customers and suppliers
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