Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.  

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Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

• Employer HSA contribution

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short & Long-Term Disability

• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance

• 401K with generous Company match & contribution

• Accrued Paid Time Off

• 12 Paid Holidays

• 8 hours paid volunteer time per year

• Robust employee wellness program

• Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program

• On-site blood drives

• Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.

Job Description:

Summary:

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will handle the monitoring and maintenance of technical aspects of the fabrication process, looking at a variety of metrics gathered throughout the process. They will coordinate and integrate the manufacturing process, as well as analyze efficiency data and process flow. The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer works with the manufacturing manager to ensure standards for manufacturing are maintained, as well as in developing new production methods and implementing new product processes.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains a physical presence in the workplace.
• Provide technical support to plant operations.
• Development of process documentation, including process stack sheets, process routings, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans.
• Development of cost estimates for new and major programs, often working from early concept cross sections, concept drawings, concurrent engineering discussions, and evolving assumptions.
• Design of manufacturing systems with a focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the production equipment.
• Develop and implement machine specific as well as major program Capital Appropriations Projects.
• Develop RFQ packages for new machinery and equipment.
• Analysis of RFQ proposals for new machinery and equipment.
• Manage the purchase and receipt of most items related to Capital Appropriations Projects.
• Manage the tryout and evaluation of new machinery and equipment.
• Manage all costs, and report status monthly, related to Capital Appropriations Projects.
• Participate in re-occurring cross functional team meetings for new and major programs with an ability to influence across business functions.
• Participate in DFA/DFM activities in support of new product design work.

Competencies & Behavior:

• A firm understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• An understanding of lean manufacturing concepts.
• An understanding of machine tool specifications, construction, and maintenance, including the ability to document this knowledge in RFQ packages and Best Practice documents, and to participate in specification revisions.
• High level of analytical ability.
• CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD).
• Good written and oral communication skills, including regular and effective communication across functions and with direct management.
• The ability to provide relevant, essential technical guidance to support management.
• The ability to dissect complex issues, overcome obstacles, and learn from failures with a focus on executing solutions.
• The ability to interact effectively with senior levels of management while providing exe