Power Drives Inc. ยท 6 hours ago
SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
10+ years expPower Drives Inc. is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to optimize and advance manufacturing processes for high-quality production and operational efficiency. The role involves leading engineering initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior engineers to drive continuous improvement efforts.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes and equipment to improve efficiency, quality, and safety
Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to address production issues and minimize downtime
Collaborate with product design teams to ensure manufacturability and cost-effective production methods
Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and training materials for manufacturing teams
Manage and oversee pilot runs and new product introductions to ensure smooth transition to full-scale production
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and manufacturing staff
Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and materials
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
At least 10 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role within a relevant industry
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment
Solid modeling experience using Solid Works, Pro E, Inventor, or equivalent
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
Preferred
Certification such as Six Sigma Black Belt or Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
Experience with automation and robotics integration in manufacturing
Previous experience leading projects
Company
Power Drives Inc.
Founded in 1946, Power Drives, Inc. (PDI) designs, manufactures and distributes pneumatic and hydraulic components, assemblies and systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase