Manufacturing Engineer

Circor Manufacturing Engineer Position

Join a team that powers the mission-critical. At CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense, we engineer the heartbeat of the world's most advanced naval fleets. From our historic Warren, MA facility, we design and manufacture high-performance fluid control systems that protect those who protect us. By joining the CIRCOR team, you will be contributing to safeguarding people, vessels, and missions around the world. We offer more than a job - we offer a career driven by purpose, powered by innovation, and supported by a team that stands behind you. Because here, you don't just make products. You make a difference.

Position Details

The Manufacturing Engineer will support the business in areas of new product development; process improvement; daily product support; manage key programs; technical authority in metal processes; analyze and interpret technical data (engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, etc.) and create shop routings, operations sheets, tools, and other necessary processes and equipment to produce a high-quality product.

Responsibilities include:

• Define, maintain, and control the technical standards for use by Manufacturing Engineers
• Define process control requirements and lead PFMEA activities
• Support the growth of constructive relationships between all departments of the organization and globally
• Mentor and develop the technical abilities of other employees
• Evaluate complex manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials
• Participate in the evaluation, procurement, and start-up of new capital equipment with a focus on modern technology
• Lead trouble shooting efforts on and off the shop floor in RCCM activities
• Be the prime contact on high-level Manufacturing Engineering projects
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing industry networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional associations
• Take on a leadership role in CIRCOR Operating System (COS) activities when requested
• Achieve and hold government clearance as needed
• Travel as needed, anticipated as less than 10% of working time
• Provide manufacturing and manufacturability input for production planning, design, or repair
• Update the ERP system with proper process routers and other manufacturing support information
• Participate in or lead continuous improvement projects that support the Lean Manufacturing methodology such as SMED and Kaizen events
• Engage with vendors to arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts to necessary specifications/quality standards
• Design layout of equipment and workspace to maximize efficiency
• Take initiative to solve complex engineering problems and coordinate with other functional areas as needed
• Produce comprehensive and complete engineering technical documentation
• Demonstrate effective communication through interaction with customers regarding technical subject matter
• Lead continuous improvement activities
• Mentor junior manufacturing engineers
• Provide technical guidance to small and mid-size engineering project teams
• Regarded as a "Go-To" Technical Specialist
• Comply with all company policies/procedures
• Comply with all military and contractual requirements
• All other duties as assigned

Candidate Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Results oriented, with sound judgment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and strategic skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a cross-function team
• Ability to mentor
• Ability to perform in an ambiguous environment
• Extensive machining background in the production of close tolerance highly precision products involving various types of metal allows
• CAD/CAM experience with exposure in working with NX, Solid Works or Master Cam preferred
• Strong metal processing background
• Strong project management skills
• Thorough knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, Solidworks, CATIA, and other applicable tools
• Passion for data, analysis, trends, reporting, and technology
• Demonstrated aptitude for process improvement and use of Lean and Six-Sigma resources and tools

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial) from an accredited university
• At least 8 years of relevant Manufacturing Engineering experience preferred in a high precision manufacturing environment with high mix/low volume product rates

Benefits

Why work at CIRCOR? Employee Ownership Program: As part of CIRCOR's acquisition by KKR, you're not just an employee - you are an owner. Other benefits include:

• Generous paid time off policy
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance available first day
• Company Paid life Insurance and Short Term Disability Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• 401k with company match
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

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