Production Engineer

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Production Engineer will be specializing in volume electromechanical assemblies. The role involves cost reduction, New Product Introduction (NPI), and preproduction activities.

Responsibilities:

• New Product Introduction (NPI):
  • Oversee the NPI process for new products. This includes collaboration with design, engineering, quality, and operations teams to ensure a smooth transition from design to production.
  • Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews. Provide feedback to design teams to optimize product designs for efficient and cost-effective manufacturing.
  • Develop and document manufacturing processes, work instructions, and routings for new products. Ensure adherence to quality and regulatory standards.
• Cost Reduction & Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives in production processes and materials. Contribute to overall departmental objectives.
  • Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles. Enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
  • Analyze production data and metrics (e.g., CPI, SPI, quality index) to identify areas for improvement and drive process optimization.
• Production Support & Optimization:
  • Provide day-to-day technical support to the production floor. Resolve build issues, troubleshoot problems, and implement timely solutions to maintain production flow.
  • Develop and optimize assembly processes for hardware (e.g., PCB assembly, wiring harnesses).
  • Maintain detailed documentation of production processes. This includes standard operating procedures, test procedures, and quality control records.
• Preproduction Activities:
  • Support preproduction builds and analyze results to identify potential production risks and areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure component readiness and quality for preproduction and production phases.
  • Assist in qualification, acceptance, and performance testing for new and modified systems.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Work effectively with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, design, and procurement, to achieve project goals.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely with various stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience as a Production Engineer in a volume electromechanical assembly or related manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes for hardware (e.g., PCB assembly, wiring harnesses).
• Experience with NPI processes and associated methodologies (e.g., DFM, DFA).
• Knowledge of cost reduction strategies and Lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience with quality control measures.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skillsets:

• Familiarity with PLM and/or MES systems.
• Experience with 3D CAD software.
• Experience with high volume production.