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Donaldson · 5 hours ago

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Sign on Bonus

Cresco, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will provide key expertise in a dynamic engineering team to lead processes for development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.

IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringLogisticsManufacturingMechanical EngineeringVirtual Reality

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Leads engineering projects through all phases. Improves current production methods, standards, tooling, procedures, equipment, and plant layout as a basis for improving safety and quality, increasing production, and reducing cost

Resolves problems and discusses solutions with all appropriate personnel, champions cost reduction and quality improvement projects

Develops best practice methods and communicates these methods to all appropriate plant personnel

Manages daily line issues as it relates to equipment, tooling and work instructions

Maintains skills regarding new or improved designs, methods, techniques, materials and other advances in engineering technology to enhance Donaldson's competitive advantage

Research and recognize reliable technologies which can be successfully applied to unique filter manufacturing challenges. Monitor equipment design and build, conduct equipment acceptance testing, and be a central part of factory installation and debugging

Demonstrate problem solving methodologies and champion knowledge transfer and training on new processes and equipment

Utilize basic knowledge of Ergonomics, Safety procedures and machine-operator interaction to create an environment with minimal risk

Qualification

Lean ManufacturingInjection MoldingMechanical/Electrical TroubleshootingProject ManagementAutoCADSolidWorksAllen Bradley PLCAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

A Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or closely related field

5+ years of applicable professional experience

Preferred

7+ years prior experience in a manufacturing environment

3+ years of experience with injection mold processes

Proven ability to independently troubleshoot mechanical/electrical and controls systems in an operational environment and provide plans for resolution and improvement

Proven project management skills including delivery of results on time and within budget through dynamic and creative thinking

Excellent communication and analytical skills and proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization

Proven knowledge in Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques

Experience with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks

Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC's and their programming

Leadership skills with the ability to direct, motivate, and provide clear direction in a production work environment