Manufacturing Engineer

STS Technical Services is hiring a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical Equipment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible. This role supports the development and improvement of manufacturing operations for UL 891 switchboards, generator docking stations, camboards and other engineered electrical assemblies. We’re looking for an experienced manufacturing engineer who can bridge engineering, operations and supply chain execution while improving production processes, strengthening Epicor ERP data and helping build scalable manufacturing systems in a fast-paced engineered-to-order environment. Position Overview The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will provide hands-on production support while leading process optimization, routing accuracy, labor efficiency and cross-functional manufacturing improvements. This position works across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality and IT to improve manufacturing execution, implement tooling and equipment, support MES integration and develop production systems capable of supporting continued growth. Responsibilities Design, specify, procure and implement tooling, fixtures and equipment for UL 891 switchboards and other large electrical assemblies Develop manufacturing solutions that support repeatable, scalable and safe production Troubleshoot tooling, equipment and manufacturing process issues Implement corrective actions that minimize downtime and prevent recurring problems Work with Industrial Engineers and production teams to develop flexible manufacturing solutions Support low-volume, high-mix engineered-to-order production Support lower-mix configure-to-order production Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities Support design for manufacture initiatives Identify and document cost-saving opportunities Improve safety, quality, delivery and cost through manufacturing improvements Develop and maintain accurate bills of material in Epicor ERP Maintain labor standards and manufacturing routings Develop and maintain work instructions Serve as a manufacturing subject matter expert for Epicor processes and data Work with IT, Production and Quality to implement the Manufacturing Execution System Integrate MES capabilities with shop-floor processes Support improved production visibility, control and execution Translate customer drawings and specifications into manufacturing plans Translate engineered designs into effective production routings Optimize manufacturing processes to improve throughput Reduce manufacturing waste Improve product quality and on-time delivery Support new product introductions Support custom orders and engineering changes from release through production Lead capital equipment projects from concept through implementation and stabilization Mentor junior engineers Promote manufacturing best practices across the operation Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience Five to 15 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment Hands-on approach to manufacturing engineering and problem solving Comfortable working directly on the production floor Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced growth environment Strong ability to read technical drawings Ability to interpret fabrication prints and customer specifications Experience creating SOPs and standard work Experience developing manufacturing routings Experience creating scalable manufacturing documentation Strong communication skills Ability to work effectively across office and shop-floor teams Preferred Qualifications Hands-on Epicor ERP experience Experience with Epicor routings and bills of material Experience with job methods and costing Experience with production transactions Experience supporting engineering changes or Epicor process optimization Experience with electrical equipment assembly Metal fabrication experience Power systems experience Engineered-to-order manufacturing experience Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing Kaizen experience Root-cause analysis experience Experience with continuous improvement tools CAD experience CAM experience CNC programming experience MES experience Nesting software experience What Success Looks Like Production issues are resolved quickly and recurring disruptions are reduced Manufacturing processes consistently support production schedules Epicor routings, bills of material, labor standards and manufacturing data accurately reflect production processes Manufacturing data supports reliable planning, costing and production execution Labor efficiency and production throughput improve Rework, waste and schedule delays are reduced Coordination between Engineering, Operations and Supply Chain improves Manufacturing methods, tooling, documentation and systems support higher production volumes and additional product families Manufacturing systems can support continued growth without unnecessary complexity About STS Technical Services STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact. Apply Today If you have extensive manufacturing engineering experience and are comfortable working hands-on with electrical equipment production, Epicor ERP, tooling and process improvement, apply today to join STS Technical Services as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical Equipment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. xhqgsiq Equal Opportunity Employer STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer. #IndeedSTS STS Technical Services