Manufacturing Engineer

As an Engineer you will assist with manufacturing support throughout the company including production process improvement and throughput enhancement using metrics and data to solve problems. You will contribute to the growth and profitability of the company by analyzing manufacturing processes and methods, implementing improvements and driving increased throughput.

Essential Functions:

• Provide answers to technical fabrication/assembly questions involving products manufactured in a timely manner.
• Work with Production Management to ensure all technicians are properly trained.
• Assess feasibility and soundness of manufacturability of products.
• Provide recommendations on improving safety in the work environment and address corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified.
• Provide technical support analysis and/or performing failure analysis for discrepant production components, assemblies and field returns.
• Lead initiatives focused on throughput improvement, manufacturing cost reduction, capacity enhancement and outsourcing.
• Design and optimize production line layout, cell concepts, workstations, equipment and fixtures for ergonomics and efficiency.
• Analyze manufacturing instructions and test procedures to insure specification requirements are met.
• Develop and maintain value stream mapping (VSM) of underperforming processes.
• Perform the duties of production supervision as needed.
• Create OMSs (Operational Method Sheet) for manufacturing.
• Assist Inspection/Test with test fixtures and test procedures.
• Initiate ECOs and similar documents due to changes in design or manufacturing method or processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Degree in engineering, mechanical preferred.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks, AutoCAD and AutoDesk.
• Advanced knowledge of Engineering practices and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of Manufacturing methods.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing issues and demonstrated success at improving throughput.
• Ability to read / understand technical drawings.

Preferred:

• Fluid Power schematic experience
• Fluid Power Industry experience

Desired characteristics:

• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Listening, negotiating, and effective questioning skills.
• Ability and desire to quickly learn new processes and systems.

In accordance with applicable wage transparency law requirements, the typical estimated pay range for the position at the Newark, CA location is $82,000 - $95,000 annual depending on experience, plus bonus opportunities. Bonus amounts are tied to location and company performance is generally 10% of base, though no specific amount is guaranteed.

As the world’s largest fluid power distributor, the Applied Fluid Power® network of companies provide dedicated fluid power support and custom designed solutions that meet customer performance goals and keep industry running. Capabilities include system integration, manifold design, machining and assembly, electronic controls, fabrication, fluid filtration, programming, high speed hose assembly, engineering, repair services, and more. Additionally, Applied Fluid Power® has one of the largest teams of Certified Fluid Power Specialists, Certified Electronic Control Specialists and Certified Fluid Power Mechanics to assist with problem solving, system building, troubleshooting, and other custom requirements.

Applied Fluid Power® is a part of Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT), a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an email to hiring@applied.com or call 216-426-4389 to let us know the nature of your request.