Manufacturing Engineer I in Hayward, California at Therm-x of California

Therm-x of California is the leading manufacturer for Advanced Temperature and Control Systems for Hi-Technology industries. We have been in business for over 30 years and have a diverse customer base. We offer competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.

The Manufacturing Engineer will contribute across multiple functions to support the development, design, and implementation of Therm-x’s vertically integrated heater factories.

Duties Include but not limited to;

Mechanical design for tooling and automation

Torch and Induction braze qualifications per applicable codes

Supports manufacturing process documentation, implementation, and continuous improvement

Supports lean manufacturing process improvement projects

Support design of custom packaging.

Support manufacturing and coordination, execution and operations process development

Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required

Understands 6 sigma principles and has experience utilizing statistical analysis software (JMP, MiniTab)

Develop efficient lean manufacturing processes with an emphasis on quality and efficiency.

Evaluate production and NPI parts with DFM in mind by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials, soliciting observations from operators

Specify tooling or equipment required to manufacture product per customer requirements within budgeted cost and lead time

Provide technical assistance on projects supporting the manufacturing divisions.

Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends

Interface with customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and contract manufacturers as needed

Spend time observing and gathering feedback how current processes are working and report back to management findings.

Desired Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, Project)

Expert skills with 3D design packages such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor

Knowledge of torch and induction brazing with experience qualifying braze joints per applicable codes such as AWS B1.2.

Strong skills in GD&T per ANSI Y14.5

Read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints and electrical schematics

Read bill of materials and identify all components specified

Self-motivated, requiring minimum supervision

Over 2 years of experience in low volume high mix manufacturing environment

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor of Science in Materials, Mechanical, Aerospace or Joining Engineering with 2+ years of experience. BS Industrial, Manufacturing, or equivalent

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment: high noise level associated with manufacturing facility