Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Pewaukee
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Define, create, and implement cost-effective methods for the manufacture and inspection of complex component parts.
- Design and/or procure new tooling, gauging, and fixturing.
- Create CNC programs using CAM software and work with operators to prove out programs.
- Create required documentation for new parts, including tool records, process drawings, inspection records, etc. Update existing documentation when changes occur.
- Work with machine operators to prove out programs and troubleshoot problems on the shop floor.
- Communicate with vendors/contractors in manufacturing techniques, specifications, or processes to ensure quality parts.
- Provide cost estimates for manufacturing processes.
- Evaluate existing manufacturing processes, capabilities, and equipment. Identify areas for improvement.
- Comply with requirements of the quality system.
- Work on special manufacturing projects as directed by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Technical degree in CNC programming (2-year program) and 3 years work experience in CNC programming, fixture, tooling, and gauge design.
- 3 years of relevant CAM experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CAM software. Experience with SolidWorks and/or Esprit CAM software a plus.
- Able to read, analyze and interpret technical designs, drawings, blueprints, and test results.
- Experience with secondary operations like grinding, cleaning, honing, a plus.
- Knowledge of heat treat processes.
- Intermediate to advanced math skills.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong analytical thinker. Must be able to define problems, collect and research data, establish facts, use intuition and experience to complement data, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.