Manufacturing Engineer

About the position

Schneider Electric is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as a Manufacturing Engineer at our Columbia, SC location. As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for deploying Lean methods & concepts to drive continuous improvement across a variety of processes and equipment. You will perform a variety of engineering work related to safety, quality, manufacturing processes, process design/layout, ergonomics, capacity, cost analysis, and capital investments.

Responsibilities

• Specializes in several areas of knowledge regarding production / manufacturing processes: process design/layout, ergonomics, safety, capacity, simulation tools, capital investment, and cost analysis
• Works to resolve daily and long-term problems/projects using manufacturing, quality, and Schneider Production System tools and lean manufacturing methodology
• Develop & lead projects by applying 6 sigma principles to conduct process flow analysis, improve process time, create cycle time definitions, improve 1st pass yield, reduce process variation, and improve process stability
• Responsible for monitoring efficiency indicators, KE (ratio Design Time / Operation Time), OEE(overall equip effectiveness), NEE (Net Equipment Efficiency, the ratio 'Useful Time / Plant Operating Time') and to take actions to improve the efficiency and capacity of the line
• Supports process tooling, fixtures, and equipment design, purchase, and maintenance along with development of capital expenditure proposals
• Manages Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) by updating material, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and routings when modifications are required by Engineering
• Develop & lead capital investment projects
• Provide manufacturing engineering support for technologies that support Smart Factory and/or Automation deployment
• Drive Lean Digitization System implementation
• Supports new product development projects

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (or other STEM) major from an accredited University is required
• 2+ years of Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in the application of Lean Manufacturing methodologies (i.e. VSM, SMED, 8-Wastes, Takt Time, Jidoka, PokaYoke), certification a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Pro-E / CREO proficiency / AutoCAD proficiency
• Experience in the areas of IT, systems and equipment controls preferred
• Experience in MS Access, MS Excel, Macros and SQL preferred

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid family leave
• 401(k)+ match
• Company stock option purchase+ match