
Manufacturing Engineer
- Dubuque, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Designs tools and machines used to manufacture products.
- Prepares operations manuals for new or existing equipment.
- Installs new equipment and ensures that it operates correctly; trains others to operate new machinery.
- Maintains knowledge of new and developing manufacturing technology, equipment, and applications; applies this knowledge to recommend and implement new technology and processes.
- Conducts or assists with performance and failure analysis of defective products or materials; identifies, recommends, or executes corrective actions.
- Collaborates with clients, customers, and other stakeholders to identify and resolve problems with delivered products.
- Drafts and recommends procedures to establish or improve quality standards, standard repairs, process controls, and inspection methods.
- Develops and implements strategies to increase quality and customization of products.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to roll up your sleeves when necessary.
- Able to operate resourcefully in dynamic environments.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and proficient at follow-up.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal skills, able to interact with team members and department heads with candor, tact, patience, and diplomacy.
- Ability to think creatively, create machine specifications, and prepare quote requests.
- Leads the design and implementation of complex manufacturing projects; develops and implements predictive maintenance strategies to optimize equipment performance.
- Utilizes advanced mathematical and scientific principles to analyze and solve intricate problems.
- Attends industry forums and conferences, sharing expertise and contributing to thought leadership.
- Applies advanced tooling design techniques, including material selection and coatings.
- Develops and implements advanced process control strategies to optimize production output.
- Implements predictive maintenance strategies using data analytics.
- Trains applicable team members on advanced process optimization techniques and tools.
- Identifies and mitigates project risks, proactively communicating updates to stakeholders.
- Manages project execution to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope.
- Submits project deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Prioritizes projects relative to greater company initiatives.
- Designs and conducts controlled experiments or tests to validate hypotheses and verify proposed solutions.
- Leads cross-functional teams in troubleshooting complex problems, leveraging diverse expertise and perspectives.
- Develops and implements continuous improvement initiatives to drive incremental wins in quality, efficiency, and process.
- Provides technical guidance and mentorship to team members, sharing best practices and lessons learned from previous troubleshooting experiences.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks or experience with 2D & 3D design software.
- Strong financial acumen, project management, and resource allocation skills.
- BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering. In lieu of a 4‑year degree, 7 – 10 years of relevant experience may be considered.