Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Lighting Division Focal Point IE Team in Chicago, IL . The successful candidate will be responsible for every aspect of process engineering, production standard costs, tooling/equipment procurement, improving operating performance, identifying and reducing waste, and troubleshooting. This person will coordinate many continuous improvement activities for the business, including the development and implementation of lean manufacturing concepts to systematically identify and eliminate waste. It will also provide a developmental opportunity to learn more about the systems and processes at Focal Point along with increasing overall business acumen. This position reports to the Director of Operations. Responsibilities Develop, optimize, and maintain equipment programs, operating parameters, process settings, tooling, jigs, fixtures, routing standards and work instructions Collaborate with the manufacturing team to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through process improvements, equipment optimization, scrap reduction, and reduction of downtime Provide technical support and troubleshooting for fabrication and paint production equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation Support operators in troubleshooting process issues and developing best practices for machine operation Monitor process performance and analyze production data to identify opportunities for improvement. Partner with Maintenance and Production teams to develop and implement world‑class maintenance practices, developing and standardizing preventative and predictive maintenance procedures Utilize Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tools and methodologies to improve equipment reliability and performance Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities for equipment and process failures Analyze and optimize facility layouts, workflow, and material flow to eliminate waste and improve productivity Participate in Kaizen events focused on improving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost by applying lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to streamline operations Collaborate with New Product Development and Requisition Engineering teams to provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) guidance Plan, justify, execute, and monitor Capital projects related to manufacturing equipment and tooling implementation and sun‑setting Support new product introductions by ensuring manufacturing readiness and process capability Evaluate current manufacturing capacity utilization and future volume requirements, proactively escalating any risks and developing recommendations to alleviate bottlenecks Establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with all support functions Qualifications 3 to 7 years of professional engineering work experience as Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineer within the manufacturing industry. Metal fabrication preferred Knowledge of machine/CNC programming, fixture and JIG design, and proper tooling selection Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar modeling software, AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and technologies Knowledge of quality control programs such as SPC, ISO, or Six Sigma is preferred Knowledge of preventative maintenance, tooling, and gauging designs GD&T knowledge and its applicationKnowledge of process and design failure mode and defect analysis (PFMEA and DFMEA) Competencies Proven track record of leading through influence, building strong team relations with peers and working collaboratively across all levels and departments Ability to develop methods to optimally simplify complex processes and systems Customer‑focused with a high sense of urgency Demonstrated tenacity for identifying opportunities for improvements and developing solutions Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to adapt to new situations and quickly learn new processes and technologies Detail‑oriented, with a desire to roll up your sleeves to help the team get the job done Strong project management; able to set priorities and meet deadlines Salary Range Salary Range: $85,000 - $115,000 starting base plus bonus Benefits Summary of Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Disability, Parental Leave, 401K w/ company match Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Legrand