Onsite Manufacturing Engineer

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About the role

  • Manufacturing Engineer supporting production and resolving equipment issues at ZF. Responsible for troubleshooting, project management, and designing process enhancements in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support production by restoring equipment and system functionality during breakdowns and providing technical engineering assistance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve root causes of equipment and process issues, including PLCs/HMIs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), Fanuc robots, sensors, I/O blocks, vision systems, and barcode readers.
  • Program, configure, and troubleshoot Atlas Copco electronic assembly tools, controllers, servos, and related automation systems.
  • Plan, manage, and complete assigned engineering projects, coordinating with Maintenance, vendors, and fellow MEs to ensure timely execution.
  • Develop, evaluate, and document manufacturing processes while continuously analyzing flow for safety, quality, cost, and throughput improvements.
  • Identify process gaps, create contingency plans for equipment failures, and support customer trials by gathering and providing technical data.
  • Participate in daily cross-functional meetings, document detailed shift reports, and support employee technical training initiatives.
  • Design and implement process enhancements, tooling/fixture updates, and new product manufacturing methods; prepare project proposals, procure equipment, and manage RFQs and vendor communication.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with knowledge of manufacturing concepts and SPC/Control Charts.
  • Strong background in PLCs, robotics, error-proofing methods, and problem-resolution methodologies.
  • Familiarity with OHSA, TS 16949, and IATF 16949 standards, plus experience working on multidisciplinary projects.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office; CAD experience (AutoCAD/SolidWorks) is an asset.
  • Experience with electronic torque tools, MES systems, and JIT environments considered beneficial.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and handle frequent disruptions in a loud, non-temperature-controlled factory environment.
  • Comfortable wearing PPE and adapting to typical manufacturing working conditions.

Benefits

  • Annual Incentive Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • Personal Time
  • 401k Plan
  • Health Care Benefits
  • Paid Holidays

Job title

Manufacturing Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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