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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location: 

Chattanooga, TN, US, 37406

Requisition ID:  2893

Job Summary/Overview

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer identifies and directs continuous improvement activities in the manufacturing processes.  This position supports manufacturing in the daily manufacturing problem solving process. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer also ensures equipment and tooling are developed and maintained per engineering specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Identify, lead, manage and contribute to projects which may include design, development, rebuilding, cost savings, process improvements and /or documentation on new and/or existing production tooling, equipment and processes. 
  • Directs and coordinates fabrication and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications. 
  • Evaluate field installations and recommends design modifications to eliminate malfunctions. 
  • Review project designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and related specifications. 
  • Coordinate activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering designs and test problems. 
  • Work with machine shop to improve tooling, equipment designs and machine shop output. 
  • Program CNC lathes and mills. May be involved in the programming, maintenance, and documentation of Numeric Control programs.  
  • Communicate and collaborate with production members, maintenance, tool room, engineering and outside suppliers. 
  • Act as a technical resource for manufacturing Departments. 
  • Assist in troubleshooting manufacturing issues. 
  • Manage tooling and equipment projects, working with suppliers during development to ensure tooling and equipment meets quality, cost, timing, and specification requirements. 
  • Direct the initial phases of tool engineering and tryout of new or modified tooling. 
  • Design and develop fixtures for tooling fabrication. 

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.   
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.   
  • Ability to speak effectively before customers or employees of organization. 
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  
  • Ability to apply concepts in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, physics, hydraulics and pneumatics. 
  • Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.   
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.   

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree  
  • 2-5+ years’ experience in manufacturing, electrical, or mechanical engineering 
  • High competence with Microsoft Office and Solidworks CAD software packages 

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Chattanooga

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