Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Description

Primary Purpose of Role :

The Manufacturing Engineer position develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards;

recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products.

Responsible for the design and / or testing of tooling and equipment and / or planning the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant.

Key Responsibilities :

Assist in the development of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of production equipment.

Work is of a technical nature where decisions are made within general practices and procedures, where supervision is available to handle unusual situations.

Direct the design, development, and / or improvement of manufacturing processes.

Study product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.

Apply knowledge of product design fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.

Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards;

confirming manufacturing processes.

Occasional instruction, training, and assignment of work to a small group of employees.

Analyze process elements for improved manufacturing capability.

Analyze equipment deficiencies for manufacturing improvements.

Provide technical support for specific plant operations.

Physical presence in the workplace is an essential function.

Implements and actively supports the plant and corporate safety policies and initiatives.

Implement safety and good housekeeping standards.

Other duties as assigned.

Key Performance Measures :

Safety

Productivity

Quality

Responsiveness

Cost

Competencies and Behaviors :

Required :

High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge of tooling, manufacturing process, and manufacturing equipment required.

High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.

Understanding of machine and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications : Required :

Required :

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field

Experience : Required :

Required :

5+ years’ experience

Experience in part processing using various grinding, turning, machining center equipment.

CNC programming experience with a thorough knowledge of machine control systems.

Project management experience regarding machine procurement, cost analysis, and process validation.

Direct manufacturing experience with at least one of the following component groups : rotating and reciprocating components, gears, and / or prismatic parts.

Preferred : 7+ years experience

7+ years experience

Experience working with Unigraphics and other CAD programs.

Experience in gear / spline manufacturing, gear geometry, analytical gear evaluation

Scope Factors

Highly proficient professional role : Requires a strong grasp on the concepts related to the professional field.

Frequently interacts with leadership up direct management chain and direct team members. Occasionally interacts with peers within broader function or across functions.

Fully seasoned professional / technical level

Works on problems of diverse scope

Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Individual contributor or may coordinate and supervise activities of non-exempt / hourly workers.

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Work typically impacts direct peers, supervisors, cross functional partners, and projects they may lead.

Primary Location : Indianapolis, IN

Indianapolis, IN

Additional Locations :

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or veteran status.

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