Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS)About the role
DMS’ Purpose:
We are creating a culture of service. We empower others to grow, rise and give back – accelerating positive change in the world. We lead with the heart to bring out the best in you – which brings out the best in us. We do well so we can do good.
Serve Others, Enrich Lives, Rise Together and Give Back
Job Overview:
As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME), you will lead engineering projects from RFQ phase to launch. AME will be supporting Sales Teams in understanding the technical aspects of projects and providing engineering feedback to help in quoting projects. AME will also develop and lead launch activities, along with program management team. Other duties include attending technical reviews with customers and provide engineering guidance and solutions to operation teams.
Primary Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
• Support Sales Teams in reviewing technical data from customers and providing engineering feedback to help with project quotation phases.
• Provide engineering estimates and formulate operational plans, such as equipment and tooling lists, and manufacturing plans.
• Develop launch plans and manufacturing setups. Creation of manufacturing documents such as SWI and process flows.
• Demonstrate and train technicians on the assembly processes, operations of equipment and troubleshooting.
• Lead technical projects and manage resources, to meet customers’ deliverables in a timely manner.
• Adaptable to multiple roles and responsibilities, across projects to projects.
Required Skills/Education/Experience:
The ideal candidate will have/possess the following skills/qualifications:
• A bachelor's or technical degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or mechatronics, and/or 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing/operational environments.
• Experience with various technologies, such as sonic welding, automatic assembly, pneumatic systems, end-of-line testing.
• Working knowledge in robotics, vision system setup and tuning.
• Experience with 3D printing techniques, CNC laser or Gerber cutter would be preferred.
• Experience in developing and creating operational documentation, such as standard work instructions (SWI), process flow, FMEAs and control plans.
• Additional experience in lean principles, AI technology would be a plus.
• Proven ability to identify and troubleshoot equipment errors.
• Effective communication skills, good attention to details, and self-motivation.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CAD software.
• Strong team player working with cross-functional teams, and highly adaptability to different roles.
Traits/Values:
• Integrity – adhering to high ethical principles and professional standards.
• Trustworthiness – Being honest, dependable, and earning the confidence of others.
• Excellence – consistently being the best you can be.
• Responsible – being reliable and trustworthy.
• Accountability – being obligated and willing to accept responsibility for one’s actions.
• Dignity – behaving in accord with DMS basic principles.
• Respect – treating others as you would have them treat you.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work in a cross-functional team.
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