Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication
Position: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - FabricationLocation: Eagle, Wisconsin, United StatesIndustry: Manufacturing & ProductionDepartment: Engineering - Industrial / ManufacturingVendor fee: $3652-$5476Role OverviewThe Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for implementing innovative technology and process solutions that enhance Generac's fabrication and welding capabilities. The role involves:Partnering with design engineering to improve Design for Manufacturability (DFM) in sheet metal fabrication and weldingImplementing OEE improvement activitiesDetermining equipment capacities and optimizing productionCollaborating with manufacturing personnel to ensure implementation of process plansSupporting both production operations and capital/project management initiatives Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement area layouts, equipment, programs, and tooling for continuous improvement and capacity projectsSupport DFM in New Product Introductions (NPI) for sheet metal componentsContribute to facility transformation, technology transfer, and maintenance of sheet metal fabrication value streamsEnsure successful execution of process improvement initiatives through documentation and proceduresApply demand-driven principles for operational excellence: flexibility, speed, responsivenessEnsure synchronization of product, material, and information streams for maximum efficiency and lowest costGenerate innovative solutions to improve sheet metal fabrication resultsDeploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, and processesLead continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer satisfaction and fulfillment needsCollaborate closely with shop floor personnel to optimize manufacturing methods, systems, and controls Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent technical degree5+ years of relevant engineering experience in a similar manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications10+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, specifically supporting soft-tooled sheet metal fabricationExperience with turret punching, laser cutting, press brakes, MIG weldingKnowledge of Amada and Salvagnini fabrication equipmentProficiency in CAD/CAM software for sheet metal fabrication (SolidWorks, ProE, AutoCAD)Project management experience for machine tool acquisition and implementationLean manufacturing experience (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping)Experience in high-mix, low-volume and high-volume, low-mix production environmentsStrong problem-solving and conflict resolution skillsExcellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills Physical DemandsRegularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, and use hands to manipulate objects or controlsOccasionally required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shouldersOccasional lifting of 25-50 lbsFrequent computer-based work requiring sitting and visual focusOccasional travel Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $91,300 - $136,900 USDFull benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, 401(k) with company match, profit sharingPaid Time Off, Sick Time, 8 Paid HolidaysLife & AD&D Insurance, Short-term Disability, Voluntary Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program, Critical Illness, Accident Coverage, Hospital IndemnityRelocation assistance available for ideal candidateInterview travel reimbursed Screening Questions / Candidate EvaluationExperience managing turret punching, laser cutting, and press brake processes; experience with Amada or Salvagnini equipmentCAD/CAM platforms used for sheet metal nesting/layout (SolidWorks, ProE, AutoCAD)Application of Lean principles in high-mix, low-volume productionExample of resolving conflict with a cross-functional partner to keep a project on trackReason for seeking a new roleSalary expectations