$99,900–$133,200 Per Year
Analysis Skills, Budget Management, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Coaching, Communication Skills, Content Development, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Data Analysis, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Develop Methodologies, Diversity, Document Management, Entrepreneurship, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Foundation Grants, Health Insurance, Identify Issues, Injection Molding, Keyboards, Lean Manufacturing, Life Insurance, Lift/Move 70 Pounds, Machine Tool, Machining, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Mold Design, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printers, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Flow, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Risk, Root Cause Analysis, Sheet Metal Design, Software Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
Be yourself at Protolabs
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.\u202f We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.\u202f So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!\u202f You can help make our company even better.\u202f We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.\u202f We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.
Why Protolabs?
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It's our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
Join our team as a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer!
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards.
Shift: M-F 8am-4pm
What you will do
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams developing and improvising manufacturing processes. Identify opportunities for cost saving or expanded capabilities using data analysis, brainstorming, and other techniques. Develop competing concepts and apply analytical techniques to support decision processes. Design and develop tooling strategies for new processes.
- Perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
- Troubleshoot production problems as needed. Identify manufacturing bottlenecks and quality issues. Identify potential design improvements and alternatives.
- Perform product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and efficiency improvement.
- Identify opportunities and develop implementation plans for projects which improve manufacturing floor processes.
- Participate in and lead lean manufacturing initiatives (e.g. kaizen events, 5S events).
- Perform root cause analysis of situations and implement corrective actions.
- Independently evaluate, select, and adapt standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
- Work on a major project or several projects of large scope and features. Long range planning on multiple major projects including tracking and budgeting. Works on programs of medium-high complexity and scope.
- Technical Subject Matter Expert on multiple systems and with a detailed understanding of how multiple systems interact. Professional abilities and technical accomplishments are documented within the department, organization and the professional community.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What it takes
- Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
- Experience working within a Continuous Improvement environment.
- Advanced technical degree
- Experience collaborating with software developers
- Experience managing projects within a PMO or Stage-Gate process
- Some level of coding experience (i.e. familiarity with Python)
- Hands-on experience with CAD, FEM, CNC machining, manual machining, injection mold design, additive manufactured part design, sheet metal design, sensors, and controls
Bonus to have
- Advanced written and oral communication skills: able to communicate complex technical information to all levels of the organization, able to clearly present data in written and verbal form
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills; familiarity of problem-solving tools and resources (FMEA, Pareto, Cause & Effect diagrams)
- Strong attention to detail and experience with managing project documents and producing quality content.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Self-motivated and self-directed with high sense of urgency
- Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
- Ability to coach and mentor colleagues
- Strong time management skills with the ability to successfully perform within a project framework including defined deliverables and time frames
- Concurrently solve immediate issues while maintaining a vision of the future
What is in it for you
- We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
- Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid caregiver leave
- You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours
- 401k with company match and immediate vest
- Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate
- Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
- And More!
$99,900 - $133,200 a year
Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications.
Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.
Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
Work Environment:
Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.