Staff Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Staff Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Location: Onsite , Chicago, IL 60626 Start Date Is: 2 weeks from offer Duration: Full Time/ Permanent Salary: $145-165k base plus 10% bonus The Staff Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing is responsible for advancing production processes to meet strategic initiatives across the company. This role will drive design and implementation of manufacturing systems with a focus on new technology and innovation in alignment with company goals. A successful Senior Engineer – Advanced Manufacturing is a self-motivated, results-driven team-member with the ability to plan and execute projects to meet business targets. The position requires a leader and collaborator; that is ambitious, organized, detail-oriented, and excels in project management. Key Responsibilities: Process Development: Lead project team through Production Preparedness Process (3P) events to analyze, design and implement manufacturing systems that meet SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) metrics and long-term value stream strategy. Project Management: Lead a cross-functional team of professional engineers and other supporting roles responsible for planning and executing projects that achieve the objectives of Production Operations. Process Innovation: Research and select suppliers and other vendor partners with a focus on driving identification and adoption of new technology to advance manufacturing processes in alignment with customer expectations and company goals. Project Reporting: Present project statuses to leadership using data driven analysis to inform process, equipment, and production decisions. Monitor project and process targets, recommending strategic changes when needed to meet deadlines. Budget Management: Own project capital budgets of $10M+, including estimating costs and ROI, controlling expenditures and reporting performance to target. Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with the cross-functional team to drive continuous improvement efforts that enhance the quality of processes within the Manufacturing Engineering function and ensure results directly support improved customer satisfaction. Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules. Education: Required Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical or Engineering degree with equivalent experience Preferred Master's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering. Lean Six Sigma certification Preferred Manufacturing Systems Design and Analysis Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Design for Manufacture, Assembly and Automation (DFMA) Project Management Professional (PMP) CAD Proficiency Skills, Knowledge & Experience 8+ years of demonstrated experience in designing and implementing processes within a high-volume, high-mix or semi automated manufacturing environment. Expertise in manufacturing engineering strategies and tools with extensive knowledge in value stream mapping, lean six sigma, DFMA, and manufacturing systems design. Proven record of leading projects with challenging scope, schedule and cost targets from concept through validation and sustainment. Adept business acumen and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex systems to identify high impact opportunities, guide informed decisions, solve challenging issues, and leverage data and learnings to drive continuous improvement. Excellent organization and communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and presentation); able to interface with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, from senior executives to support staff, and present compellingly to achieve buy-in from executives, managers, and team members. Exceptional interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, navigate and resolve conflict, moderate behaviors, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience. Ability to travel as required. Benefits Health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan with employee stock ownership (ESOP) matching, a generous paid holiday shutdown, vacation days, sick days, life and disability insurance, and a wellness program with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).