Manufacturing Engineering Director

2 months ago

Fenton, Missouri, United States Sim Surgical Full time
Job Overview

The Engineering Manager at Sim Surgical is responsible for leading the manufacturing engineering team in developing and optimizing technical manufacturing solutions to support the company's state-of-the-art machine shop. This role focuses on driving process improvements, ensuring manufacturability of designs, and enhancing production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the manufacturing engineering team, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure high-performance engineering solutions that meet the company's goals.
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to develop and implement technical manufacturing solutions that optimize production efficiency and quality.
  • Oversee the design and development of manufacturing processes, ensuring they meet operational goals and standards for quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Ensure that all engineering drawings and designs are manufacturable before releasing them to production, working closely with the design team to resolve issues.
  • Establish and maintain process quality by designing test methods, setting standards, and ensuring the proper use of gauges and testing equipment.
  • Lead efforts to reduce equipment and tooling downtime, scrap, and production inefficiencies by analyzing and optimizing manufacturing processes.
  • Drive workforce utilization, space planning, workflow optimization, and layout design to improve cost-efficiency and quality.
  • Lead the quoting process for manufacturing projects, ensuring accurate cost estimation and alignment with production capabilities and financial goals.
  • Manage the NPI (New Product Introduction) transfer price process, ensuring that new products are transitioned smoothly from development to production with accurate pricing structures.
  • Lead the resolution of customer, technical, and quality issues, providing timely and effective solutions.
  • Develop and implement procedures, work instructions, and forms to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing new manufacturing technologies and methods to enhance efficiency and productivity.
  • Provide technical leadership on prototyping, proof of concept development, and Design of Experiments (DOE) to ensure innovation in manufacturing processes.
  • Lead the conversion of solid models to different formats and ensure seamless integration between design and production.
  • Provide regular reports on engineering and production activities to senior management, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on production priorities and drive successful project outcomes.
  • Manage budgets related to manufacturing engineering activities, ensuring cost control while maintaining high standards of quality and innovation.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline; a Master's degree is preferred.
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes (e.g., milling, turning, wire-EDM, welding), with a strong background in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Strong mechanical and mechanism design aptitude, with experience using statistical tools for process analysis and improvement.
  • Proficiency in Computer Aided Engineering/Design (CAE/CAD) software, with a preference for SolidWorks; experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a plus.
  • Experience using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills, with a focus on innovation and process optimization.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards related to manufacturing processes and production quality.

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