Manufacturing Engineer Entry - level

Manufacturing Engineer Entry-Level

UmbraGroup-Thomson Aerospace & Defense (Linear Motion, LLC) is an agile, passionate partner revolutionizing motion solution. We are an intelligent supplier of actuators, ball screws, bearings, and components in high-tech markets. Excellent service is the foundation of our business, and we work to be FIRST (Customer Focused, Innovation, Respect, Social Responsibility, Teamwork).

Position Summary: This position will be onsite and based out of the Linear Motion business operation in Saginaw, Michigan. The position requires a professional capable of participating in selecting tooling, gaging, and developing processes to ensure parts are manufactured on time with the highest quality by performing the following duties:

1. Self-manage short- and long-term projects, including interacting with internal department and vendors
2. Design manufacturing processes based on existing stable processes
3. Identify and implement engineering definition and contractual flow down requirements effectively into manufacturing processes
4. Identify potential improvements with impact analysis and support continuous improvement initiatives
5. Design and maintain characteristic accountability plan for legacy and new products
6. Design work holding for manufacturing and test applications
7. Generate clear and concise standard work instructions
8. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all levels of the organization
9. Provide technical support to production and supply base

Requirements:

• BSME or similar educational background
• Experience/Interest in conventional & non-conventional machining, chemical processing, non-destructive testing, and heat treatment preferred
• Must be an independent learner, able to perform value added research & investigation
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills
• Working knowledge of quality systems and control plans
• High level of analytical ability
• Mechanically inclined with troubleshooting aptitude
• Capable of becoming a strong individual contributor
• Proficiency with CAD systems, Siemens NX preferred

Other Qualification: Due to ITAR regulations, must be a U.S. Person

Language, Math, and Reasoning Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, set-up sheets, travelers, procedure manuals and government regulations. Possess a strong geometric/trigonometric mathematical understanding.

Computer Skills: Must be able to use the computer and computer software as required by job. Must be proficient in MS Office applications. Basic understanding of code (VBA, C#, C++, etc.) is preferred.

Work Environment/Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is in a standard manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical equipment. The noise levels are frequently moderate to loud. Safety glasses and safety shoes (steel toed) are required throughout the shop floor. Hearing protection is recommended in certain areas. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Salary Description: 70,000 to 75,000