The Design and Manufacturing Engineer for Interface Products is responsible for the design, development and manufacturing of Bowmar products for commercial and military aerospace applications using Lean Manufacturing and Lean Product Development processes and tools. New product development, as well as, sustaining engineering responsibilities fall under this position.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Design electronic and electro-mechanical products, specifying components and materials required to meet customer specifications for operation, reliability and performance.Design and fabricate custom test equipment to verify products meet specified customer operating requirements.Author test equipment operating procedures and product test procedures.Analyze, troubleshoot and define repair requirements for customer repair returns and in-process non-conformance conditions.Perform root cause failure analysis and provide short and long term corrective action plans.Support program management by analyzing customer specifications to develop product technical proposals and bills of material for quote submittals.Estimate non-recurring engineering and production labor times for product quotation.Develop manufacturing routings, work instructions, procedures, illustrations and standard work sheets including time observations to execute the manufacturing of military and aerospace products in the least waste way.Participate in and/or lead product design process and reviews using Lean Product Development, Least Waste Way Project Planning and Value Stream Mapping.Engage in Continuous Improvement activities resulting in the Highest Quality, Lowest Cost and Shortest Lead-time.Execute annual Policy Deployment goals for the Engineering Department ensuring organizational commitments and goals are met.The above list reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal function of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in this job.
Skills & Abilities
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.Must have the ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects.Must exhibit a positive and professional attitudeMust Be Self- Controlled, Self -Motivated and Organized with an Analytical MindsetMust have the desire and ability to mentor and coach co-workers. Must have the Ability to Work with Employees at All Levels of the OrganizationEducational Requirements
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years related experience or 15 years of experience in military/aerospace electronics.Experience in a Lean environmentExperience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Experience with AutoCAD, Solid Works, Solid Works PCB, and ORCADFamiliar with C and C++ programming.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time, walk and use hands to finger, handle or feel frequently, and stand, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and reach with hands and arms occasionally.Vision requirements include close, distant, and color vision, along with depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Frequent lifting required of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting required up to 50 pounds.Incumbent will be exposed to general office and production working conditions that include exposure to florescent lights and may include risk of radiation from computer monitor and electrical shock, and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles. The typical work environment has moderate noise.Monday - Friday, 1st Shift
Additional Information:
This position is eligible for bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, 14 paid holidays, and health and wellness benefits. Salary is based on job-related, non-discriminatory, factors such as experience, education, training skills and abilities.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Bowmar follows a Drug Free Workplace and Substance Abuse Policy. Any individual who is offered employment with Bowmar will be required to submit to a drug screen prior to beginning employment. Employees working in safety-sensitive positions will be subject to random testing.
dit job description The Mechanical Engineer II is responsible for the design, development and improvement in the manufacturing of Bowmar products for commercial and military aerospace applications. This role uses Lean Manufacturing and Lean Product Development processes and tools to drive both new product innovation and sustaining engineering initiatives with minimal supervision.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Design and development of complex mechanical and electro-mechanical products, specifying components and materials required to meet customer specifications for operation, reliability and performance.Manage program technical requirements by analyzing customer specifications to develop product technical proposals and bills of material for quote submittals.Develop and refine non-recurring engineering and production labor times for product quotation.Analyze and resolve complex product failures, troubleshoot systemic equipment issues, and define repair requirements for customer returns and in-process non-conformance conditions using advanced root cause analysis. Drive cross-functional collaboration with electrical, manufacturing, quality, supply chain teams to ensure design manufacturability and product reliability.Develop manufacturing routings, work instructions, procedures, illustrations and standard work sheets to maximize effectivity and quality.Lead product design process and reviews using Lean Product Development, Least Waste Way Project Planning and Value Stream Mapping.Champion Continuous Improvement activities focusing on achieving the Highest Quality, Lowest Cost and Shortest Lead-time.Execute annual Strategic Deployment goals for the Engineering Department ensuring organizational commitments and KPIs are met.Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers on design best practices and problem-solving methodologies.The above list reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal function of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in this job.
Core Competencies: These competencies are identified by Bowmar leadership and should be demonstrated by all employees across the enterprise. Bowmar Core competencies are listed below:
Integrity Accountability Proactivity HonestyPosition Specific Competencies: Competencies that are identified by Bowmar leadership and are unique to the position and necessary for the individual to successfully accomplish the position’s functions.
Strategic Thinking Customer Orientation Advanced Engineering Prowess Innovative Commitment to Lean TeamworkQualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Master’s degree in engineering is preferred. 10+ years of progressive, professional related experience in a manufacturing environment. (Gearing experience highly desirable)Working knowledge of AS9100, MIL-STDs, and ITAR compliance is desirable.Must be a team playerStrong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical tolerancingExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsMust have the ability to work with employees at all levels of the organizationExperience in a Lean environmentExperience with AutoCAD and Solid WorksHands-on and detail-oriented approach with a passion for engineering excellencePhysical Requirements and Working Conditions
Will be exposed to general office and machine shop working conditions. The typical work environment has low noise and moderate temperature levels.Vision requirements include close, distant, and color vision, along with depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Must meet vision requirements per customer specifications. (Uncorrected and corrected)This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to quarterly random drug and alcohol testing.Additional Information:
This position is eligible for bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, 14 paid holidays, and health and wellness benefits. Salary is based on job-related, non-discriminatory, factors such as experience, education, training skills and abilities.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Bowmar follows a Drug Free Workplace and Substance Abuse Policy. Any individual who is offered employment with Bowmar will be required to submit to a drug screen prior to beginning employment. Employees working in safety-sensitive positions will be subject to random testing.
