Position Overview
The Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineer supports plant leaders and production personnel in developing and implementing manufacturing processes that result in high-quality products consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. This role applies engineering principles to develop programming, fixtures, and feedback supporting customer designs and end products, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to solve problems and improve processes.
Key Responsibilities
Product Development and Process Improvement
- Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) process at all levels
- Conceptual design of new products and improvement of existing products
- Create and validate new designs (modeling/drafting/BOM creation)
- Develop product definitions and requirements
- Recommend and introduce improvements to manufacturing methods
Manufacturing Support
- Direct programming of CNC equipment
- Machine tool justification, selection, commissioning, and operationalization
- Tool design and implementation
- Cutting & forming tool identification and implementation
- Provide manufacturing liaison support to operations, purchasing, and estimating
Project Management
- Manage and maintain schedules for assigned design projects
- Execute design project components effectively under pressure for time-sensitive projects
Technical Support and Communication
- Create and present concepts/products to internal and external customers
- Provide technical reviews for internal product designs
- Deliver technical presentations
- Support program design reviews, drawing reviews, failure analysis, and anomaly resolution
- Create test plans, conduct testing, and document results
Required Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Engineering Bachelors preferred
- 5+ years' experience in sheet metal engineering and disciplines preferred
- Excellent SolidWorks or equivalent modeling skills
- Above average knowledge of manufacturing principles and equipment, including CNC
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication experience
- Experience with automation processes and new technology
Professional Attributes
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills across all organizational levels
- Ability to work effectively in team environments
- Self-motivated with a drive to achieve challenging goals
- Adaptable and open to change
- Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and innovation
- Strong customer service orientation
- Proficiency in change management
Physical Requirements
- Able to perform essential functions in both office and manufacturing environments
- Travel up to 10% of the time
- Specific accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
Work Environment
- Office setting with frequent visits to manufacturing floor
- Potential exposure to typical manufacturing conditions
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 80% of costs covered by the company
- Security: Long-term and short-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance, and additional employee life insurance options
- Supplemental Coverage: Critical illness and accident insurance
- Growth Opportunities: Potential for advancement within our company and across our broader family of companies
- Culture of Excellence: Join a team dedicated to organizational excellence, continual employee development, and sustainable manufacturing processes
About Us
From precision aerospace components to life-saving medical devices, we have been at the forefront of complex metal fabrication for over six decades. Our Northern Kentucky roots run deep, but our impact reaches far beyond - powering industries, advancing technology, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
We're not just metalworkers; we're problem solvers, innovators, and partners to some of the most demanding industries in the world. Our team thrives on challenges, turning seemingly impossible specifications into reality through a combination of cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned American craftsmanship.
We're building more than just metal components - we're crafting the future. Our team is passionate about making a real difference and never settles for "good enough" as we build a legacy of excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.