Tenneco, Inc. has recently acquired Federal Mogul. The strategic combination of Tenneco’s Ride Performance business with Federal-Mogul’s Motorparts business will establish a global aftermarket leader with an impressive portfolio of some of the strongest brands in the aftermarket including Monroe®, Walker®, Wagner®, Champion®, Fel-Pro® and MOOG®. The company’s broader aftermarket product coverage, stronger distribution channels, and enhanced channel development will strengthen its position in established and high growth markets (China and India), and drive success through new mobility models and capturing evolving e-commerce opportunities.
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer. This position will coordinate the support of daily production within the plant and engineering department, as well as, implement improvements, projects and new products as required to meet objectives. This Manufacturing Engineer will report directly to the Engineering Manager and will be a valued member of the Engineering department where we strive to promote from within wherever possible; therefore, opportunities for advancement are strong.
The team is ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role. You’ll first hear from someone in Talent Acquisition to schedule a phone screen, and then the next step will be a personal interview with our Hiring Manager. We pride ourselves on moving through processes quickly, and you can be sure of transparency and prompt communication throughout.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for design and evaluation applicable to tooling, machine design, machine efficiency and troubleshooting.
- Requires some vendor contact for component selection and expediting equipment.
- Responsible for own project performance while applying lean manufacturing principles.
- Works under general direction, referring unusual problems to manager.
- Develop capital appropriations as required to support general areas of responsibility.
- Coordinate with outside vendors for selection, purchase and expediting of purchased items relating directly with project work in area of responsibility.
- Support existing production through troubleshooting, documentation and process improvement.
- New Product production implementation.
- ISO - QC liaison with product engineering.
- Project liaison of assigned projects to insure proper coordination of machinery installation, supporting equipment, tryout, reliability, ongoing improvement and release to manufacturing.
- Comply with all environmental, health, and safety practices, policies, procedures and regulations to ensure a safe and healthful working environment; prevent pollution, and practice waste minimization to make continual improvements in the safety and health of all employees and the environment.
- Performs other assignments (or duties) as required.
Required Skills
Required Experience
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Knowledge of, or experience in, tool design engineering. Familiarity with manufacturing processes and techniques preferred.
- Knowledge or experience in machining practices; conventional and CNC; robotics, metal forming, forging, metallurgy and assembly methods is helpful.
- Ability to communicate orally, and in writing, to all levels of employees.
- Ability to organize work load and manage time effectively.
- Knowledgeable and application of Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Experienced in AutoCad, 2d and 3d.
- Experienced in leading teams on SMED activities, line balancing, TPM and 5S principles.