Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Design EngineerWe are seeking an accomplished manufacturing design engineer to co-lead development and ramp for the next iteration of a Softgoods product. This role involves partnering with multi-functional teams and contract manufacturers to evaluate design and processes at the concept and ramp phases.Required Skills & Qualifications:5 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, preferably within a high-volume manufacturing environment.Proven experience supporting new product launches from a mechanical, tooling, or product development perspective.Experience with mechanical fabricated parts or adhesives, glues, jigs, fixtures, tooling, injection molding, and plastics.Deep understanding of DOE, GD&T, SPC techniques.Experience leading suppliers' technical team in the development and qualification of manufacturing processes.Experience defining & executing mass production qualification requirements.Willingness to travel internationally to supplier sites.Demonstrated hands-on mechanical ability.Proven problem-solving ability.Excellent written and verbal interpersonal skills.Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.Day-to-Day Responsibilities:Plan, propose, and lead experiments to produce timely and accurate analyses for design, development, and supply chain decisions.Assess fabrication technology suitability, plan validation exercises to demonstrate feasibility and manufacturing capability, and analyze results to provide technical recommendations.Evaluate and identify process opportunities/risks, drive mitigation plans to meet program targets, and review development activities at supplier locations.Serve as lead engineer to drive process development, review part design documentation for alignment, assign tasks, and support process development and data gathering.Establish validation procedures for tooling acceptance into development and mass production builds.Review supplier tool design, process flow, equipment selection, DFM, and DOE proposals, identify shortfalls, and provide corrective actions.Work with supplier engineering teams to map process development exercises, secure resources, and commit to schedules.Assess supplier readiness for build events and production ramp, identify potential issues, and provide recommendations.Define and review line qualification criteria with the supplier to scale up mass production to meet key production metrics.Review, lead, and assist in maintaining product process flow, layout, and cycle time against project goals.Company Benefits & Culture:Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.A collaborative and inclusive work environment.