Project management experience is required, preferably in the acquisition and implementation of capital equipment and/or facilities improvements.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively across all levels of the organization to accomplish desired results.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD or similar software, and enterprise resource planning systems; SAP is preferred.
For position levels beyond entry-level, experience in a similar role in the manufacturing industry is required, along with machining experience (especially horizontal boring) and comprehensive knowledge of machining principles, machine tooling, and advanced mathematics applicable to machining.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or foreign equivalent is required.
At least 5 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working at a computer and lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Responsibilities
Provides engineering services and advice for manufacturing and industrial engineering activities.
Prepares reports regarding reviews of production methods, equipment layout, risk analysis, and equipment and material utilization.
May conduct Kaizen events or facilitate other Lean Manufacturing efforts.
Obtains quotes and prepares cost justifications and project plans as required.
May coordinate tooling evaluations, make recommendations, and oversee application testing of proposed new tooling.
Works closely with CNC programmers and machining personnel to understand needs, capitalize on opportunities, and coordinate with tooling and equipment vendors.
Formulates and guides projects to maximize production through utilization of machines, tools, methods, and time controls.
Develops and recommends proposals, using research and analysis of advanced technology, automation, and mechanization to innovate manufacturing methods and procedures, machinery, and tooling.
Institutes and coordinates the development, testing, and implementation of new engineering concepts, including machines, tooling, equipment, methods, and related technology.
Is responsible for the design, acquisition, and application of approved projects.
Prepares reports and correspondence, including pertinent cost justifications, in conformance with company guidelines.
Stays informed of developments in engineering and operations/manufacturing through continuing education, organizational membership, and analysis of trade and professional journals.
Desired Qualifications
Advanced degree preferred.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is desired.
SAP experience is preferred.
Experience in project management involving acquisition and implementation of capital equipment and/or facilities improvements is preferred.
GD Energy Products – New Name, Same Legacy
The company you have known as Gardner Denver High Pressure Solutions has a new name – GD Energy Products. Now for more than 160 years, we have made it our business to lead the industry with unmatched products and services; and I can promise that while our identity may change, deep down, who we are as a company never will.
GD Energy Products is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to work in Conroe, TX.
When joining GD Energy Products, you will be eligible for many of our competitive benefits, including: vacation, 401K matching, paid holidays, sick days, full medical/dental/vision benefits, short/long term disability, maternity/paternity leave and many more!
Job Summary: Provides engineering services and advice to manufacturing and industrial engineering activities. Prepares reports regarding reviews of production methods, equipment layout, risk analysis, and equipment & material utilization. May conduct Kaizen events or facilitate other Lean Manufacturing efforts. Obtains quotes and prepares cost-justifications and project plans as required. May coordinate tooling evaluations, make recommendations, and oversee application testing of proposed new tooling. Works closely with CNC programmers and machining personnel to understand needs, capitalize on opportunities, and coordinate with tooling & equipment vendors.
Duties/Responsibilities: • Formulates and guides projects to accomplish maximum production through utilization of machines, tools, methods, and time controls. • Develops and recommends proposals, utilizing research and analysis of advanced technology, automation, and mechanization, to innovate manufacturing methods and procedures, machinery, and tooling. Institutes and coordinates development, testing, and implementation of new engineering concepts (i.e. machines, tooling, equipment, methods, and related technology). Responsible for design, acquisition, and application of approved projects. • Prepares reports and correspondence, including pertinent cost-justifications, in conformance with Company guidelines. • Stays informed of new developments in the engineering and operations/manufacturing fields through continuing education, organizational membership, analysis of trade and professional journals, etc. • Performs other responsibilities as required.
Required Skills/Abilities: • Project management experience required, preferably in acquisition and implementation of capital equipment and/or facilities improvements is desired • Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally and effectively across all levels of the organization to accomplish desired results • Proficiency in the use of computers/software to include Microsoft Office, AutoCAD or similar, and ERP systems (preferably SAP) • For position levels beyond entry-level, experience in a similar role in a manufacturing industry is required; experience specific to machining (especially horizontal boring) and comprehensive knowledge of machining principles, machine tooling, and advanced mathematics appropriate for machining applications.
Education and Experience: • B.S. Mechanical Engineering (or foreign equivalent); advanced degree preferred. • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Manufacturing Engineer. • P.E. licensing desired.
Physical Requirements: • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
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