Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to create, improve, and innovate energy storage system manufacturing. As a Manufacturing Engineer with sonnen, you will have the responsibility of working with the design team to create a manufacturable product, introduce products and processes to the manufacturing floor, and improve on existing products and processes.

Job Duties

• Design manufacturing processes by conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
• Develop manufacturing processes and work instructions by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing, planning, and testing processes; verifying product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Engineering development support for creating, processing, and tracking ECOs
• Keeps equipment operational by implementing a preventive maintenance program and setting up repair services as needed; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special services.
• Create and implement training programs for assembly and test technicians.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required, Mechanical or Industrial preferred

• 3-5 years' experience in product manufacturing
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience with CAD programs (Visio) and SAP ERP system a plus
• Able and willing to travel 2-3 times a year – possible international
• Experience with DFM tools, Design of Experiment, JIT (Just in Time)
• Proficient with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office programs
• Must have a strong sense of development ownership, responsibility, and working commitment
• History of progressive responsibility a plus