Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineerThe Manufacturing Engineer is a skilled and detail-oriented engineer with expertise in multi-axis CNC machining, geometric tolerancing, and material properties. This role requires strong technical acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring that processes are designed and products are manufactured with efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness in mind.Supervisory Responsibilities: noneDuties/Responsibilities:Evaluate new customer product designs with a "design for manufacturing" approach to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reductionDevelop and present detailed improvement proposals, including solid model presentations, to customer engineering teams for Engineering Change Notice (ECN) approval.Create comprehensive factory production plans, including step-by-step operation sheets, detailed work instructions, manufacturing prints, outsource prints, flat patterns, and other documents as needed.Develop bills of materials (BOM) for all components and materials required for production.Create and review traveler packages and customer drawings for completeness and manufacturability.Design and implement necessary fixturing to support production processesProvide on-demand support to production teams in resolving manufacturing challenges as they arise.Monitor manufacturing progress and ensure alignment with established plans.Serve as a key liaison with production and programming teams to address design or production-related issues.Independently design, develop, and fabricate fixtures and production aids as needed.Diagnose, repair, and rebuild equipment and instruments as necessary.Recommend budget allocations for shop equipment and supplies; estimate labor and material costs for projects.Stay informed of advancements in manufacturing engineering and related scientific fields through continuous professional developmentEvaluate current shop functions and recommend improvements to optimize future operations.Maintain accurate records, documentation, and files to support shop activities and ensure compliance with standards.Prepare instruction manuals, operation guides, performance specifications, and documentation for professional publications or patent applications.Perform additional duties as required to support organizational goals.Required Skills/Abilities:Comprehensive understanding of mechanical engineering principles and design fundamentals.In-depth knowledge of material properties, including familiarity with metals and alloys used in instrument construction.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (preferably Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial).A minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a Manufacturing or Process Engineering role.Experience with specifications and standards in the aerospace and semiconductor industries, including but not limited to AS9100, ISO9001, & Copy Exact (Locked Processes)Experience with and trained in Lean methodologies, including but not limited to; 6S, SMED, VSM, Visual Management / Visual Factory, Problem Solving (A3), Standard Work, Mistake-Proofing, and TPM.Hands on experience with machining processes, preferably with multi-axis milling and turning.Experience using ERP and MES software, preferably Infor10 ERP (Syteline) and ShopVue.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with strong MS Excel skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Viper Northwest provides an extensive benefits package, including:Complete Health Benefits Package401k with Employer MatchPaid Time OffTuition Reimbursement ProgramAnnual Employee ActivitiesRecognition Programs