Manufacturing Engineer - Maintenance

Location: Hamilton,Washington,United States

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing team.

This position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Manufacturing Engineer - Maintenance manages the health of Janicki’s 5-axis production mills and facility support equipment. This includes development of maintenance and production processes, process optimization, design, and testing duties in an AS9100 Certified facility in supporting manufacturing of high tolerance, high value aerospace components.The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for becoming the technical expert of the mechanical equipment required for machining processes, processing equipment, and building operation.  Must demonstrate self-motivation, ownership, and innovation through past experience. 

The following essential job functions are performed as a Manufacturing Engineer - Maintenance:

• Planning scheduled maintenance events – Short & Long term
• Develop Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) procedures for production and building equipment with the goal to maximize asset uptime
• Develop Planned Maintenance (PM) procedures as a response to unplanned failures and findings from PMI
• Provide support in response to equipment breakdowns and diagnosis of faults
• Support engineering, managerial, and technical staff to efficiently coordinate equipment modification and repairs with minimal impact to production
• Assists with development and coaching of junior maintenance staff
• Design/build or procure specialized components, fixtures, or parts to support maintenance repairs or equipment upgrades
• Keeps current with latest equipment, technologies, and maintenance methods
• Maintains an overview of production processes, facilities, and work with management and production personnel to develop and implement improvements for optimal results
• Maintain compliance with with Safety, 5S, AS9100 and Nadcap Standards and Practices
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of capital and small equipment, materials, or parts.  Mananges and coordinates new machine installation and commissioning.  Determines and suggests critical spare requirements for new equipment.
• Files, drafts, retrieves, and maintains engineering drawings, records, revisions and updates, as needed
• Works with Operations Managers to identify and mitigate risk in the production process                                   
• Aides with recording test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and provides recommendations for changes in product or test method
• Plans whole-building air and vacuum systems including equipment and piping
• Plans and executes changes to building and equipment control and monitoring systems using a Building Automation System (BacNET capable)
• Must work well under pressure while meeting and completing multiple deadlines
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).  Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering/engineering technology, mechanical engineering, composite/material science, industrial design technology, or a similar field is required with an emphasis in robotics or automation is preferred. Degrees with similar technical qualifications may be considered for the position.
• Must be familiar with PLCs, electro-mechanical systems, and 3D modeling software
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products
• Must be familiar with a variety of the fields' concepts, practices, and procedures
• Must be able to rely on extensive experience, problem-solving skills and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED
• Must have effective verbal and written communication s