Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing support in the design, fabrication, modification and evaluation of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, welding/brazing, assembly and material handling. In addition, may develop sequence of operations, estimate time requirements for each and prepare operation sheets. Act as a resource to assist in troubleshooting manufacturing and quality issues.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

• Work with production planning to set shop priorities and ensure all tools and documentation required are available.
• Investigate and monitor new machinery, equipment and processes and recommend or select efficient combinations.
• Conduct time studies to optimize cycle counts of existing processes and develop programs to achieve the best use of equipment, human resources, technology, materials and procedures to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Assist in defining the plant layout and enhance ergonomic requirements by establishing programs and conducting studies.
• Planning and executing of projects related to new and pre-existing production lines, improvements, upgrades, layouts and new equipment related to machining or assembly.
• Attend Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) meetings.
• Recognize tooling related difficulties with existing and new projects while working with manufacturing support staff.
• Investigate and find resolution of specific processing problems for assigned projects/parts.
• Conduct studies of the reliability and performance of plant facilities and production or administrative systems.
• Develop and review all processes and operator instructions to ensure accuracy and conformance to actual standards and procedures and revise as needed.
• Participate in corrective action to meet ongoing cost, quality and delivery.
• Participate in the development of process flows, process sheets, FMEAs and control plans.
• Recognize and resolve process related difficulties.
• Participate in Customer Focus meetings as required.
• Use statistical methods to analyze production outputs, efficiencies, energy usage and other data as required.
• Assist in training shop floor personnel in meeting standards and best practices.
• Adhere to TS16949 and applicable customer standards.
• Read drawings to ensure the proposed solutions satisfy requirements and comply with manufacturing capabilities.
• Collect data and develop statistics to describe equipment and system functionality. Estimate durations of tasks.

Credentials

• Post-secondary education in engineering or equivalent.
• Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of Professional Engineers (P.Eng.) considered an asset.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a machining or manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience with machine processes, cutting tools, fixtures, CNC and special purpose equipment.
• Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining i.e. Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Ability to write comprehensive entries into technical log books which are then used as reference documents.
• Ability to evaluate the capability of current systems to address increased demands from plant operations.
• Experience with risk analysis and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).
• Ability to take precise measurements using specialized equipment and techniques.
• Able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to discuss, coordinate and integrate work with various personnel.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Social committees and sports teams.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.