Production Engineer
On-siteRiverton, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Translate designs into stable, repeatable production and assembly processes while serving as the technical link between Design Engineering and Manufacturing. Develop and maintain work instructions, process routings, and documentation to standardize operations. Troubleshoot floor issues, partner with Quality to resolve root causes, and drive initiatives that improve throughput and deliver cost savings. Design fixtures, tooling, and automation aids using SolidWorks, and support equipment integration and capacity planning. Utilize Odoo ERP to track production data, routings, and work orders, ensuring data integrity for planning decisions. Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Operations, and Design to meet delivery commitments and provide early manufacturability feedback.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
- 3+ years of demonstrable, relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, automation/robotics, CNC machining, or mechanical engineering in a production environment
- Working CAD experience, preferably SolidWorks, for fixture, tooling, and equipment design
- Experience using an ERP, MRP, MES, or similar system to support and track production data
- Demonstrated experience improving assembly and production operations, including initiatives that increased throughput or delivered measurable cost savings
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations
- Comfortable splitting time between design/CAD work and hands-on time on the production floor
Desired Qualifications
- Odoo experience
- Experience supporting the design or integration of automation, robotics, or material handling systems
- Experience helping bring new manufacturing processes, equipment, or capability in-house
- Familiarity with GD&T and production-level drawing interpretation
- Experience in the firearms industry, or personal interest/familiarity with firearms design, manufacturing, or use
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)
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