Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Responsibilities

• To facilitate the planning and coordination of manufacturing processes, working closely with vendors and KIRCHHOFF Automotive Manchester’s personnel.

• Procure estimates for equipment and process costs.
• Take equipment from quotation to installation for new programs and/or change to existing programs as a result of engineering changes.
• Liaise with vendors and monitor progress through quotation, design, build and installation stages of all new equipment necessary for new programs.
• Utilize the experience and expertise of cross-functional team members to ensure equipment meets all cost, quality, reliability and productivity requirements.
• Obtain quotations from various vendors and present summary of all relevant details to team members for input and evaluation.
• Present recommendation summaries to Engineering Manager for final approval.
• Compile all required documentation and generate purchase requisitions for approval.
• Coordinate all equipment sample runs at both vendor and in-house locations.
• Ensure supplier provides all pertinent documentation including detail drawings, electrical schematics and instruction manuals etc, and forward to appropriate departments.
• Ensure new equipment is modified accordingly as per engineering change requirements.
• Support for process development, program documentation and the creation of Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA’s), process flow charts, capability studies, Design of Experiments (DOE’s), etc., in conjunction with input from team members.
• Contribute to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (separate, simplify, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.
• Support all equipment start-up, testing and preventative maintenance plans.
• Process and product development for assigned equipment.
• Team member on various Continuous Improvement teams within the organization.

• Any other reasonable request made by management.

• Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.

·        Ensures he/she is in full compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, while representing KIRCHHOFF Automotive Manchester during the use of any KIRCHHOFF Automotive Manchester provided equipment.

 Qualifications

Work Experience (provide details and minimum # of years required)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive industry with exposure to building equipment, programmable logic control, electrical, robotics, etc.
• Sound understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance and TS16949/ISO 14001 requirements
• Working knowledge of Advanced Quality Planning processes

Skills (language, technical, computer etc.)

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Effective problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to handle multi-tasks and changing priorities
• Works well in a team environment
• Excellent analytical skills and exercises sound judgement
• Novice computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Project,

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent job related experience 

Lean

Understanding and use of relevant KAPS methods and tools in all processes, and adherence to applicable KAPS     standards.

• Understanding and use of the applicable Shopfloor and Office Management pillars and standards, and active participation in all applicable Shopfloor and Office Management meetings and activities.
• Understanding and use of the KIRCHHOFF Behaviors in the daily relationship with other colleagues, customers and suppliers.
• Understanding, support and participation in all tasks, trainings and development topics that will drive KIRCHHOFF towards Lean Excellence. 

Safety

·        Setting a good example by using safe practices and following Company and legal requirements.

• Complying with Company and legal requirements, following safe work practices, and contributing to a positive health and safety culture. 
• Identifying, communicating, and correcting hazards within their ability and authority to protect themselves, co-workers, or other persons at our facilities.
• Taking positive steps to achieve a state of health consistent with the demands of his/her occupation.