Manufacturing Engineer

Full-time - Entry Level

Suwanee, GA

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, with over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide. The job involves designing and implementing low-cost, right-sized manufacturing solutions that align with key lean principles. The role requires planning and improving production methods, estimating production times, and developing innovative solutions to enhance assembly and manufacturing operations. The individual will act as a manufacturing subject matter expert, providing results-driven technical support across all manufacturing functions, while committing to continuous improvement and respect for people.

Responsibilities

• Establish improvement goals and objectives that provide world-class performance to the organization.
• Oversee and direct the manufacture of products and process optimization.
• Research, evaluate, develop and implement new manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Provide direct support for automated assembly and test systems in the manufacturing environment.
• Coordinate and communicate with other department representatives to ensure alignment of manufacturing activities.
• Develop, update, and implement operating and quality control procedures.
• Research and develop information system solutions, control systems, and testing methods.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts and provide input on processes and procedures.
• Provide guidance to engineering regarding product structure of new and existing products.
• Participate in product development DFx reviews to provide manufacturing input on designs for manufacturability and assembly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years of direct manufacturing experience involving automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience or background with automation controls design or system development in a manufacturing scenario.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement initiatives including design of experiments (DOE).
• Deep understanding of Lean manufacturing, ISO quality procedures, and mechanical and electrical assembly preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with operating internal and external software systems at an advanced level.
• In depth knowledge and experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).
• General knowledge of control systems, electrical testing and troubleshooting.

Nice-to-haves

• LabView, PLC programming and 3D solid Modeling experience preferred.
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, written, verbal, and presentation skills required.