The Manufacturing Engineer is an Engineering resource responsible for capital projects for new and existing business, new work center design, line automation, facility layout/flow and cost reduction initiatives. Manufacturing Engineer’s manage projects and coordinate them with appropriate personnel and input from operations, scheduling, quality, purchasing and sales to meet the company’s strategy goals. Their main focus is on projects that increase capacity, improve efficiency, and/or expand the company’s capabilities with respect to manufacturing. Responsibilities: • Plan, design, and manage implementation of large capital manufacturing projects • Present deliverables such as project scope, quotes, proposals, and ROI’s • Lead new equipment projects with external vendors comprising new processing techniques • Plan, design, and implement automation to new & existing work centers • Lead complex equipment moves related to facility restructuring • Improve the layout and flow of work centers using lean six sigma principles • Assist leadership in documenting future manufacturing plans / facility roadmap • Define capacity for new production lines • Work with the business units, scheduling, and operations to align production capacities with company goals and guide decisions for future investment • Work with technical services to accommodate new product designs into existing or new production capabilities Job Expectations: • Organize, plan, and execute approved engineering projects related to our manufacturing operations, equipment, and facilities. • Work based on project scopes and plans and communicate project requirements to stakeholders, with a communication plan for project milestones. • Coordinate with the various stakeholders and project members to get alignment on project plans and timelines, as well as approvals for stage-gates in projects. • Participate in trials, equipment/vendor/supplier visits, and plant installations/run-offs/pilot runs. • Keep key parties up to date with project status while it is in engineering and coordinate an effective hand-off plan to production. Job Expectation Guidelines: • Projects should have a charter and scope document for approval which lays out key project information, goals, stakeholders and stage gates up front. • Projects should be planned using appropriate management tools such as Gantt charts, planning software, etc. • Updates should be given according to the communication plan for each project Documentation: • Experimental work, data which is not digitized, and test observations should be recorded in an Engineering notebook and eventually summarized in a report for the project. • Standardization efforts requiring updated or new design standards, work instructions, process specifications, or material specifications are to be drafted in the standard STR formats. • If no standard instructions or specifications are available for an identified operation or process step during an audit or a project, generation of that instruction or specification document becomes a deliverable for the project and must be planned accordingly. Communications • Daily – Notify supervisor and involved parties of any major issues or changes in projects • Weekly – Lead manufacturing project stakeholder task update meetings, report on applicable manufacturing project progress at Engineering Weekly Print Meeting & Process Engineering Meeting. • Monthly – Report on applicable manufacturing project progress at Production Meeting, long term project reviews and project plan updates with timelines and detailed Gantt review at applicable Engineering Weekly Print Meetings & Process Engineering Meetings. • Requests – All requests (test, job, maintenance, purchasing) will flow through official controlled request forms and follow standard work instructions for communicating the request Experience and Key Skills Education: A bachelor’s degree in an engineering or physical sciences field such as Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or Automation Engineering, Material Science, etc., or extensive direct work experience in a similar position. Key Skills: Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills, Communication and Presentation Skills, Superior Production System, Engineering Print/Drafting/Tolerancing Skills, Project Management Skills, Lean/TPS Knowledge, Basic Knowledge of Common Engineering and Manufacturing Materials and Methods (Iron, Steel, Aluminum, etc. and Machining), Understanding Major Production Processes Used In Our Industry. Summary Section Founded in 1964, Superior Tire & Rubber Corp. is a designer and manufacturer of polyurethane and rubber industrial components for the material handling, construction, agricultural, municipal, and mining industries. All Superior Tire & Rubber Corp.’s product offerings are proudly engineered and produced in the USA on state-of-the-art processing and machining equipment, overseen by quality management systems registered to ISO 9001. Superior Tire & Rubber Corp. also owns multiple patents on many innovative products that have become new industry standards. Superior Tire & Rubber Corporation Employees are eligible for the following benefits: § Off-shift Premium § Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Personal Days § Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance § Parental Leave § 401K § Tuition Reimbursement § Employee Assistance Program (EAP) § YMCA Memberships § Wellness Programs At Superior Tire and Rubber Corporation, we are an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected class. Our company makes all employment and advancement decisions based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
See More Details >>Job Description Work Arrangement This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren three times per week, at minimum. The Role In this role, you will be responsible for leading product development and integration activities for large, high pressure die casting-based Body Structures. This includes applying engineering tools and processes and knowledge of casting and vehicle manufacturing to successfully develop components and systems, while achieving program imperatives. Your technical leadership will be required to coach designers and engineers to complete the advanced stages of product design, emphasizing maximum manufacturing efficiency. This role requires a wide range of creativity and latitude to solve complex problems with originality, creativity, and a wide application of principles, theories, and concepts. The role also involves endorsing alternative approaches to improve quality of product design, as well as recommending strategy and policy procedures for long term success. What You'll Do • Demonstrate a deep understanding, and the ability to lead a team, to incorporate lightweighting concepts into aluminum body structures to minimize overall vehicle mass while maintaining structural integrity • Expertise in the manufacturing and application of high pressure die castings (HPDC) in aluminum body structures with the ability to ensure optimal trade-offs between mass reduction, manufacturability, and mechanical performance • Expertise in the familiarity and understanding of aluminum cast material properties (Strength, Alloys, Elongation) in designing for appropriate U/B applications • Expertise in the design of cast aluminum cross-sections & rib pattern configurations to maximize structural STRENGTH and STIFFNESS while maintaining castability • Expertise in aluminum cast bonding and joining, with knowledge of surface adhesive preparation and industry standard fastening methods to augment adhesive joining • Expertise in integrating features into aluminum castings for connections to adjacent subsystems, with a focus on minimizing secondary processing operations • Launch integrated aluminum cast, stamped, and extruded underbody components into mass production, with clear contributions from vehicle concept to production • Apply overall strong technical knowledge of under body structures – components, systems, subsystems, requirements, validation, load paths, best practices & interfacing systems • Work with System Architects to apply sound DFM concepts, particularly as they relate to die castings to design robustly manufacturable, defect-free products that meet structural requirements • Promote Engineering with Simplicity efforts to reduce part count and simplify manufacturing processes. Maximize integration opportunities created with cast components • Ensure that GD&T strategy matches dimensional capability and assembly strategy for all components Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) • Bachelor of Science – Engineering • 10+ years of experience in casting body structures • Detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes including casting, stamping, vehicle assembly process (BOP) & dimensional strategies • Ability to understand and interpret CAE and act on Validation results • Guide on engineering operations, processes, and best practices • Extensive understanding of Specification and Release terms and systems • Experience at all phases of a vehicle program • Show leadership skills and ability to motivate and mentor others • Ability to think strategically and look across all programs variants for an architecture for efficient and consistent solutions • Extensive level of analytical ability where problems are complex, difficult. • Demonstrated ability of ‘dealing with ambiguity’ to enable timely decision making. Preferred Qualifications What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) • Master of Science • DFSS Certification (Black Belt) This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards Resources. 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See More Details >>Senior Heavy-Duty Mechanic Position We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced senior heavy-duty mechanic to lead our maintenance team. • This role is responsible for performing routine maintenance and repairs on diesel engines and equipment, as well as overseeing the work of junior technicians and providing guidance and training as needed. The ideal candidate will have a minimum 5 years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance/repair, with a strong background in diesel engines and equipment. They will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with other departments to resolve mechanical issues and ensure smooth operations. Benefits include opportunities for growth and advancement, guaranteed pay increases with completion of training programs, $125 boot allowance, $250 semi-annual tool allowance after one year of service, benefits available (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match), paid vacation and holidays. Working conditions include frequent exposure to noise, dust, and hazardous materials, as well as the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces. Key Responsibilities: • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on diesel engines and equipment • Oversee the work of junior technicians and provide guidance and training as needed • Inspect and diagnose mechanical issues with diesel engines and equipment • Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure optimal performance and efficiency • Collaborate with other departments to resolve mechanical issues and ensure smooth operations Requirements: • Valid driver's license • Minimum 5 years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance/repair • Experience with diesel engines and equipment • Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment What We Offer: • Opportunities for growth and advancement • Guaranteed pay increases with completion of training programs • $125 boot allowance • $250 semi-annual tool allowance after one year of service • Benefits available (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match) • Paid vacation and holidays Working Conditions: The Senior Heavy-Duty Mechanic will work in a fast-paced environment with frequent exposure to noise, dust, and hazardous materials. The ability to work at heights and in confined spaces is also required.
See More Details >>Becoming a mechanical tradesperson typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 mechanical engineers nationwide, with a significant presence in Pennsylvania, and projects an 11% job growth from 2023 to 2033. In Warren, PA, apprentices earn an average of $600 per week, with an annual overtime average of $2,960. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring mechanical tradespeople find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $80,000 annually for experienced professionals.
