Location: Buffalo,NY, USA
Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
The Role: The Manufacturing Engineer will support the manufacturing operations of the facility and administer the development and implementation of capital investments, efficient processes, with fair and equitable standards for maximum utilization of equipment, facilities, and people to increase the facilities profitability and competitiveness.
Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:
Analyze and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements, prepare routings outlining optimum manufacturing instructions, procedures, tooling and standard costs.
Perform cost estimates as requested. Work with purchasing and outside suppliers to generate accurate cost estimates, component, material and process lead-time.
Create and maintain Standard Cost (Data) files, Welding WPS/PQR files, ISO procedures and other Facility documentation and records as required.
Analyze and interpret engineering drawings referring to in-house capabilities, prepare and/or request CNC programs, tooling, fixtures, procedures or work instructions and generate as required. Interface with and train factory operators as required to optimize processes.
Prepare capital and expense budget proposals, cost analysis, appropriation requests, equipment requirements, process specifications and pant layouts to support business goals and VBLSS projects. Interact with all departments to resolve manufacturing issues and serve on committees and teams as requested.
Investigate and resolve production, quality, equipment, maintenance and/or tooling problems. Investigate and communicate new technology, equipment and manufacturing innovations.
Perform miscellaneous assignments and/or projects as directed.
Analyze existing equipment and performance to provide recommendations for needed capacity, efficiency, customer service, quality and safety.
May be assigned prime responsibility for a particular highly specialized phase of Manufacturing Engineering responsibility such as Welding, programming, etc. to serve as the facility's expert in this area(s).
Communicate with Manufacturing Engineering team on a daily basis, to assist in meeting contract requirements for all production lines and to maintain technical expertise, flexibility and uniformity.
Coordinate with Production planning, Quality, Customer Service, and Engineering, as well as other departments to insure product materials and other requirements are available to support manufacturing, quality and on time delivery. Serve as ”back-up” to other Manufacturing Engineers, Production Supervisors or other personnel, during periods of vacation, illness, etc.
Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing related major BSIE, BSME, BSIT, BSMT
4+ years' experience in a manufacturing industry preferred
Must possess good analytical and technical skills.
Strong communication skills (written and oral)
Must have a good working knowledge of entire manufacturing processes
Preferred Qualifications:
Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing Certifications
CNC and Robotic Welding programming experience
AS400 Business System Knowledge
3D Software knowledge
Physical Demands:
Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility
Sitting and Walking/Standing: 50/50
Stair Climbing
Work Environment:
Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
Office/Mfg. Plant: 50/50
Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours Xylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Salary range:
$62,000.00 - $99,000.00
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation