Manufacturing Engineer

Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!

Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world's leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

The Manufacturing Engineer will perform technical activities leading to new or improved products or processes that have significant impact on the company.  This position is mostly responsible to contribute to New Product Introduction (NPI) by creating assembly processes, assembly line design, BOM structure design, line labor balancing, quality and first pass yield metrics, and other related activities. This role will take the lead on manufacturing initiatives providing direction, communication, and ownership. The role will contribute to our center of excellence initiative providing direction and ownership on tasks related to our business unit manufacturing requirements.

What you will be doing:

New Product and Manufacturing Technology Manufacturing Engineering

• Interfaces with design (mechanical and electrical), process, test, reliability supply chain, sourcing, and logistics teams to solve production problem issues and identify improvements in product design and manufacturability
• Interface with suppliers, sourcing, and design teams for development of standards, processes, and instrumentation (SPI) and qualify external production materials
• Develops and sustains process improvements to reduce production costs and increase yields
• IQOQPQ work on the introduction of new capital equipment to the site
• Makes recommendations for changes in the selection and application of components, materials and systems. May propose changes in design or formulation to improve system and/or process reliability
• Creates, reviews, and updates assembly and work procedures to ensure standardization and  in documented to meet specifications
• May lead work with other teams on process improvement initiatives
• Will drive communication, understanding, and ownership as it relates to process improvements and requirements for new product introduction
• Identify testing opportunities to ensure higher line productivity and higher yield due to a greater ability to meet product requirements
• Provide feedback regarding BOM structure including manufacturing requirements for strategic assembly design
• Develop process improvement fixtures through the use of CAD and ability to then qualify the fixture itself showing process cycle time improvements or cost savings
• Heavy application to center of excellence (COE) initiative within Stratasys - the outlines and initiatives when applying to updated manufacturing technology introduction should provide core team guidance to drive the overall program

Manufacturing Engineering

• Develops, implements and reviews methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies or extrusion
• Makes recommendations for tooling and process improvements existing product lines to increase efficiency and reduce costs. Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations
• Ownership of value streams to ensure adherence to process standards and process windows
• Ownership of said values through engineering change order process globally and insurance of correct qualification requirements
• Use of appropriate risk assessments and statistical understanding to provide guidance on requirements for qualification, source of supply changes, and other changes within process

Must have for this role:

• 2+ years of experience in a technology hardware and software-based production environment
• Understanding of CAD software, willingness to learn proficiencies, and ability to use to create assembly jigs, fixtures, and related manufacturing aids

Nice to have for this role:

• Statistical analysis, quantitative and analytical problem-solving ability
• Green belt in LSS or equivalent

Travel required: None

What you will be part of:

• Company Overview -https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/history/
• Our Culture and Values -https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/culture/
• Our Sustainability "3D Printing a Better Tomorrow"- https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/sustainability/
• Our Locations- https://www.stratasys.com/en/contact-us/office-locations/
• Check out our Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wmDfmt2bNI

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Stratasys will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Stratasys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected Veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.