Manufacturing Engineer
- Halifax, NS
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Respond to process failures and perform root cause analysis.
- Develop, modify, and update work instructions required to build products.
- Evaluate new product designs and advise on their suitability for production.
- Support production in improving lead times and reducing scrap using Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Design new processes, procedures, and manufacturing systems, and lead their implementation, including training of shop floor employees and support staff.
- Conduct work cell and production line balancing, line layout design, and time-and-motion studies.
- Apply working knowledge of product design and assembly to manufacturing processes.
- Design, develop, and implement production jigs and fixtures to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Estimate costs, production times, and staffing requirements for new designs.
- Develop standardized design criteria across product lines and participate in design reviews to ensure Design for Manufacturing principles are applied.
- Lead the transition from engineering design to manufacturing, including optimal development of routings and structures for procurement and production, while meeting quality standards and configuration traceability requirements.
- Design and implement new production line and facility layouts.
- Drive improvements in product quality and margins by reducing scrap and rework and eliminating non-value-added activities.
- Support investigations of product non-conformance, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
- Conduct periodic process reviews, identify deficiencies, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Collaborate with Procurement and Production Support to improve material flow and reduce inventory.
- Liaise with manufacturing cells, engineering, and other departments to identify potential product improvement opportunities.
- Investigate new techniques and equipment to ensure best practices are integrated into manufacturing.
- Act as a change agent to educate and influence team members on process implementation and improvements.
- Degree in Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant discipline with significant manufacturing experience.
- Experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or in a similar role within an industrial environment.
- Eligibility to obtain Canadian government security clearance and meet Controlled Goods Program requirements.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (LEAN, Six Sigma, TQM).
- Experience with work measurement and standardization.
- Aerospace or defence industry experience is a strong asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Visio.
- Competency with ERP systems, including routings and Bill of Materials structures.
- Strong technical writing skills, with experience creating work instructions preferred.
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
- Competency in 2D CAD software (AutoCAD or MicroStation preferred).
- Strong data analysis skills, including Statistical Process Control.
- Knowledge of engineering change control processes.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Agile, quick learner, and innovative problem solver.