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Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.

At Edwards, our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.

Manufacturing Engineer 

 * Be part of an exciting journey as we build our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park in Alabama, NY! This role offers a unique hybrid opportunity, blending remote work flexibility with on-site presence during the facility's construction phase. 

Salary Range: $60,000 - 85,000

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting, developing and implementing new processes and capabilities in-house or externally to reduce the product cost of the assembly operation.

Essential Functions:

Assist engineers and equipment vendors based in Korea to learn about current processes at existing pump facilities.Support the implementation of processes at the new plant in Genesee, NY, including helping with the installation and validation of new equipment and contributing to related documentation.Aid in identifying, specifying, and installing new equipment within the facility.Provide basic manufacturing engineering support to the operational team as directed.Help maintain data system integrity by assisting with tasks such as change orders, non-conformance tracking, and system routing updates.Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that support goals in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and Cost Performance.Assist in performing time studies for assembly processes to support proper routing and improve process flow.Help with the definition, setup, and preparation of job orders and manufacturing tooling as needed.Collaborate with colleagues, customers, and vendors to gather information, understand requirements, and assist in improving production techniques.Assist in creating and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and technical specifications for manufacturing equipment.Help document designs, including creating drawings, specifications, and materials lists.Participate in training sessions on process, procedures, and documentation to help build and maintain workforce skills within assigned manufacturing areas.Maintain punctuality, work cooperatively in a team, and contribute positively to group efforts.Take direction from supervisors or managers and perform other duties as assigned.Initially report to the Project Manager in Genesee, NY, with a future transition to reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager as the site grows.

Education level 

Bachelor degree in engineering, mechanical or manufacturing preferred. Industry experience would be considered in the absence of a degree.

Relevant Previous experience 

2-3 years experience in manufacturing, machining, assembly or operations environment. - preferred

Knowledge areas/Skills 

Experience/knowledge of Kaizen, 6S, Lean Manufacturing.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks.Advanced Excel, Word, Autocad, Project, Solidworks Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP benneficial).

Other requirements 

Strong English verbal and written communication skills; Korean language skills a benefit.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.This position will require approximately 25% travel initially including internationally.  This will be reduced to less than 10% after the transfer of the equipment/processes is complete. A valid passport is required for this position.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use stairways to climb to floors within office building, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands and fingers to type or dial, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. This position requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits Summary:

Annual Variable Compensation Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance

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