Piper Aircraft

Equipment and Process Manufacturing Engineer

Piper Aircraft Vero Beach, FL

(Full Time)

Department: All Openings, Engineering

Essential Job FunctionsPerform problem solving, continuous improvement implementations, and enhance production capabilities for equipment, processes, and production design functions for all areas of manufacturing.Research equipment purchasing and interface with vendors.Act as liaison between design and manufacturing related departments. Research, justify, select, and purchase capital equipment and/or processes. Learn to operate capital equipment purchased. Troubleshoot material and manufacturing equipment and process problems. Optimize work sequencing and workflow through machines/work centers. Determine make versus buy decisions changing production methods to increase efficiency and reduce costs. Coordinate outsourcing of parts. Conceptualize tooling and fabrication designs. Develop and issue Manufacturing Engineering policies and procedures. Keep abreast of latest technologies in Manufacturing Engineering. Provide budgeting information and project updates/status to management. Perform other related duties as required.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.May lead continuous improvement projects and be required to train and assist other employees, along with providing cross functional project management support.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.EducationBachelors Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred. Computer aided drafting (CAD), Unigraphics II, Microsoft Project and Office computer program literacy, and experience using calipers, micrometers, and measuring equipment are required to perform the duties of this position. Certifications related to production center equipment, project management, lean methodologies, or advanced engineering degree are a plus.ExperienceFive (5) or more years of experience of the following: Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering- preferably in the aerospace industry Production machining, material forming, assembly, and process flow Experience with process instrumentation and controls Experience with electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics and overhead lifting/cranes Familiar with OSHA rules and regulations and standard safety practices Operating equipment in a production center and knowledge of lean methodologies preferred

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  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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