Purpose:

The Manufacturing Engineer/CNC provides direct engineering support to manufacturing and/or operations. Responsible for the manufacturing process design, approval, and related support of Ramco Specialties’ machined products. These processes include, but are not limited to, CNC machining, grinding, and automated assembly of components. This may include creating and managing associated drawings, simulation of manufacturing processes, writing manuals, operator support, and assist troubleshooting for those manufacturing processes.

Essential Responsibilities and Functions:

• Translate customer requirements into manufacturing drawing(s) with internal Control Limits where possible.
• CNC Programming: Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs for milling, turning, and multi-axis machines using Mastercam CAD/CAM software and SolidWorks CAM. Write/edit G-code, select tools and optimize cycle time.
• 3D Modeling and Design: Create, modify, and interpret CAD models and technical drawings for manufacturing new parts or fixtures, ensuring manufacturability and fit-for-purpose design.
• Tool Path Creation: Generate and simulate tool paths within CAM software to ensure efficient, safe, and accurate machining, selecting appropriate cutting tools, speeds, and feeds for various materials.
• Process Setup and Optimization: Collaborate with machinists and operators to set up CNC equipment, prove out programs, perform first-article inspections, and recommend improvements for cycle time, tool wear, and process consistency.
• Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Diagnose and resolve issues in machining processes, such as dimensional out-of-tolerance conditions, surface finish defects, tool breakage, or machine alarms, leveraging root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Continual Improvement: Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste, improve process reliability, and lower manufacturing costs.
• Documentation and Standards Compliance: Create and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures, and ensure compliance with industry or customer-specific quality standards (such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100).
• Coordinate manufacturing process design information back to Engineering & Quality to develop effective Advanced Product Quality & Planning PFMEA and Control Plans.
• Support efforts to reduce production costs by optimizing tool life and minimizing cycle times of machining operations. Monitor trends in data/metrics to prioritize department projects.

Required Qualifications

Experience:        5+ years CNC machining and programming experience. Automotive Tier 1 industry experience desirable.

Education:       Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred. Relevant job experience in lieu of Engineering Degree acceptable.

Personal Skills and Abilities

Print and specification reading and interpretation and creation using AutoCAD Inventor or SolidWorks, Strong Mechanical aptitude, Process Improvement mindset, Analyzing Information, Verbal Communication, Informing Others, Continual Improvement, Attention to Detail, Thoroughness, Dealing with Complexity, Statistics, Lean workplace, general knowledge of manufacturing and machining practices.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The person in this position frequently is required to walk and climb stairs. Also, it is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The partner must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Manufacturing Engineer will frequently spend time on the manufacturing floor as well as in the office. While on the manufacturing floor, the Manufacturing Engineer will be required to wear eye and hearing protection. Safety-toed shoes are highly recommended around and on manufacturing equipment.

• Support the quote process by assessing product Design for Manufacturability, feasibility, and tool costs for in-house manufacturing steps.
• Participate in customer presentations covering RAMCO manufacturing processes, as needed.
• Participate in supporting QC with root cause analysis and resolution for defects that result in internal or external customer concerns or NCRs.
• Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Has responsibility for following personal and departmental requirements of Quality Assurance systems and programs, including compliance with their requirements, are satisfied.
• Responsible for promoting and following through with Quality Philosophy and ensuring departmental objectives are met.
• Other various duties, as assigned, aligned with meeting company or departmental objectives.

Competencies:

• • Design & Analysis – Identifies, develops, and analyzes tool designs and/or specifications; plans and modifies manufacturing steps. Problem solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely and efficient manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Interpersonal Skills – Treats others with courtesy and respect regardless of their status or position; keeps emotions under control; approaches others in a tactful manner; maintains confidentiality; effectively separates personal issues and problems from work responsibilities and activities.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly, confidently, and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Written Communication – Writes clearly, accurately, and informatively; presents numerical data accurately and effectively; can read and interpret written technical information.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit, shares knowledge and experience.
• Ethics – Maintains confidentiality; works ethically and with integrity; upholds personal and organizational values.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values.
• Planning / Organizing – Uses time efficiently; strives to understand and satisfy priorities.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments; continuously strives to increase knowledge and skills.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality; is not satisfied with anything less than 100% conformance with all requirements.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly while maintaining quality of work.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions and security issues.
• Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with alternate plan; shows a willingness to perform any task required to meet the company’s goals and objectives, and its commitments to its customers.