Manufacturing Engineer II

Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer II to join the Data Center Power & Control Division Team in Reno, NV.

Under general supervision of the Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor, the Manufacturing Engineer II will plan, design, and optimize manufacturing processes.

Manufacturing Engineers are creative and analytical thinkers and designers of processes, tools, and procedures. This position will provide technical expertise to develop practical solutions for manufacture, testing, or improvement of company products.

The Manufacturing Engineer II will ensure that all assigned duties are performed quickly, efficiently, and according to the established departmental and company policies, procedures, and goals.

The Manufacturing Engineer II is expected to promote a positive attitude, demonstrate initiative, professionalism, personal awareness, integrity, and exercise confidentiality.

What Will You Do?

Manufacturing Engineer I

• Develop, optimize, and implement manufacturing methods and processes through various functions (., line balancing, general assembly flows, process flows).
• Assist with the coordination of new product introduction initiatives throughout Operations both at the contract manufacturers and STI.
• Assist in the definition and updating of manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Support resolution of Bill of Materials and routing errors in Company ERP systems.
• Execute routine manufacturing engineering assignments that involve basic analysis.
• Assist in manufacturing engineering projects.
• Review assembly process of new and existing product to maximize production efficiency and reduce cost .
• Generate ECOs and complete ECO implementations according to established processes, providing implementation requirements and due dates.
• Update and review ECO implementations and review new product introductions to ensure efficient integration into production.
• Determine and establish labor and assembly time standards.
• Participate in value engineering initiatives to drive product, process, cost, quality, and delivery improvements.
• Support and address daily production issues related to BoM and sales order details though use of Company ERP systems; review issues and evaluate possible short- and long-term solutions.
• Develop tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes.
• Participate in companywide process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in both internal and external audits.
• Promote positive company user relations by projecting a courteous, helpful attitude and assisting employees when appropriate.
• Display original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work;

Develop innovative approaches and ideas.

Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions;

Include appropriate people in decision-making process (specifically Department Managers); Make timely decisions.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Manufacturing Engineer II

• Ability to independently perform all duties of the Manufacturing Engineer I position.
• Coordinate new product introduction initiatives throughout Operations both at the contract manufacturer and production environment.
• Create, update, and enhance manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Resolve Bill of Materials and routing errors in Company ERP system.
• Address daily production issues and work cross-functionally to recommend short- and long-term solutions.
• Execute manufacturing engineering assignments that involve advanced analysis.
• Perform various manufacturing engineering projects.
• Determine and establish labor and assembly time standards.
• Lead value engineering initiatives to drive product, process, cost, quality, and delivery improvements.
• Provide production support at contract manufacturing sites and Company production department.
• Influence change to products through the application of Design for Manufacturability.
• Develop robust manufacturing engineering solutions and techniques which meet design specifications.
• Advocate the application and implementation of Lean Manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing technology.
• Assist in capital expenditure proposals (project definition, quotes, procurement, coordination, and implementation).
• Drive companywide process improvement initiatives.
• Develop tooling and fixtures for manufacturing process.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Train and develop entry level manufacturing engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Education :

Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with emphasis in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or related field;

or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience :

A minimum of 2 years manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume production environment, preferred.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

• Previous 2D and 3D CAD Design experience.
• Professional working proficiency in Spanish and English required.
• Ability to coordinate engineering projects and demonstrate engineering technical expertise to a team.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to provide information across multiple groups in the Company including Engineering, Marketing, and Sales.
• Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently.
• Project management skills including planning, organizing, meeting facilitation and coordinating tasks.
• Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word / Excel / Outlook / Access).
• This position will require up to 75% travel for the first 4 months and up to 25% thereafter. Applicant must have or be able to obtain and maintain permission to travel to the USA and Mexico.

Desired Competencies :

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments;

requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers;

works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback;

contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions;

works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks;

looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Planning / Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives;

organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance;

monitors own work to ensure quality.

Work Environment and Physical Demands :

• Work environment is fast-paced and priorities can shift quickly.
• All employees are expected to go outside their primary responsibilities when required, and multi-task job duties on a regular basis.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and may occasionally lift and / or move up to 40 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Company Info

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures.

Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable.

Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA : LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries.

For more information, visit

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions / sector : Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.

We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries.

LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active / growing Employee Resource Group network.

LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures.

Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer