Manufacturing Engineer

at Humanix in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States

Job Description

Our client in Coeur d’Alene, ID, a leader in advanced composite manufacturing for aerospace and defense, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their engineering team. In this role, you will develop, evaluate, improve, and document the manufacturing process for complex composite aero structures. A Manufacturing Engineer is hands-on, interacting with shop floor personnel and with engineering and manufacturing groups to ensure lean plans are created and implemented. Interested? Please read on!

Compensation for the Manufacturing Engineer

• $70,000 - $75,000 Annually DOE
• Great benefits package including 401(k), 401(k) 4% Match, 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance!

Responsibilities for the Manufacturing Engineer

• Develops and implements process control techniques and procedures into manufacturing environments
• Develops manufacturing build plan
• Analyzes manufacturing process flows continually for the enhancements of quality, cost reduction, and output
• Collaborates with suppliers, Tooling Engineer, and NPD/Manufacturing Engineers regarding product tooling and design to ensure effectual production methods.
• Works closely with manufacturing department to develop, coordinate, and implement manufacturing build plan and create technical training for employees
• Designs and develops manufacturing processes for enhancements, product changes, and new products, and related fixtures & tooling that are consistent with zero defect level and low product cost
• Creates and maintains accurate documentation of tool drawings, design concepts, shop orders, and concepts in accordance with the manufacturing engineering standards
• Provides engineering support in production environment to trouble shoot and resolve technical problems
• Participates in and occasionally leads technology and process optimizations to drive continuous improvement on quality and safety, and to reduce production costs and flows
• Supports company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, and manufacturing practices
• Performs production readiness evaluation and producibility assessment of all engineering changes.
• Part time mentoring of less experienced engineering team members.

Requirements for the Manufacturing Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited University.
• Minimum of 5 years recent working experience on commercial/defense aircraft/rotorcraft composite materials, parts, or processes with OEM and/or suppliers

• Recent experience with and demonstrated competency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (Solid Works and CATIA preferred) and Microsoft Office including excellence in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Aviation and/or Defense Industry experience preferred.
• Must be a United States citizen
• Knowledge within the SAP MRP production control system (Sage and Global Shop preferred)
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Excellent technical and analytic skills
• Familiarity with Boeing commercial and defense process and material specifications preferred.

• Experience with tooling design, tooling design reviews, and tooling supplier management are preferred

Sound like a good fit?  If so, call Jeff at 509-850-5966 or apply online today!

Humanix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status.