Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing engineering, NPI engineering, process engineering, or related technical experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting new product introduction, production launch, manufacturing process development, or process improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Experience developing manufacturing methods, process documentation, production controls, tooling concepts, or production readiness deliverables.
Knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles and new product introduction processes.
Knowledge of rubber manufacturing principles and processes such as compression molding, transfer molding, extrusion, injection molding, bonding, coating, and tool design.
Ability to define manufacturing process sequences, process controls, labor standards, equipment needs, tooling requirements, and production readiness requirements.
CAD experience sufficient to support fixtures, jigs, layouts, tooling concepts, and manufacturing aids.
Working knowledge of GD&T;, drawing interpretation, mechanical testing, process validation, and inspection support requirements.
Experience supporting DFMEA, PFMEA, root cause analysis, corrective action, and manufacturing risk reduction activities.
Working knowledge of QMS procedures, phase gate deliverables, controlled forms, BOMs, routers, work instructions, ERP/MRP systems, and Microsoft Office.
Working knowledge of design for rubber manufacturability, tooling support, process engineering, manufacturing documentation, project execution, and production launch.
Working knowledge across applicable support disciplines, which may include quoting and estimating, additive manufacturing, tooling design, project management, material science, automation, priming and bonding, coatings and painting, material preparation, kitting, or manufacturing coordination.
Ability to apply product and process knowledge to improve manufacturability, process stability, launch readiness, cost, and quality.
This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a "U.S. person" as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.