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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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Eaton

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Jackson, MS

Eaton's Aerospace Fuel & Motion Control division is currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer. This position is based at our Jackson, MS facility.

The Jackson facility has approximately 500 employees and is a leader in the design, development, manufacturing and delivery of Aerospace hydraulic components, systems and services to the global aftermarket and OEM markets.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $80,250.03 - $117,700.04 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Manufacturing Engineer supports the manufacturing processes responsible for Machining Aerospace quality products, including components of hydraulic pumps, motors, motorpumps, and reservoirs. The Manufacturing Engineer performs engineering and manufacturing assignments focusing on process improvements related to machining.

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What you'll do:

  • Develop and implement new or modified manufacturing and methods in assigned area to reduce production costs and improve efficiency.
  • Investigate and analyze production methods, processes and operations to determine manufacturing modifications that will increase production efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Review the design of product components and parts and recommend design changes that will facilitate product manufacturing, reduce costs, exploit the advantages of new materials, etc.
  • Observe and analyze high scrap or rework operation to determine causes. Advise concerned personnel of the results and recommend solutions to problems.
  • Compile pertinent cost, manpower efficiency, machine capability, space utilization, material handling, etc., to support new manufacturing methods or modification recommendations.
  • Prepare data package including layouts, equipment quotations, and written justifications for capital appropriation requests as required for process/efficiency improvements.
  • Oversee and coordinate production methods and modifications for production efficiency and cost control.
  • Conduct studies to prepare and recommend new and revised operating procedures to maintain control, improve operations, and facilitate processing.
  • Analyze, develop, recommend and justify tooling requirements for assigned lines. Approve the procurement implementation, and utilization of tools.
  • Compile and analyze significant data relative to the solution of manufacturing problems and/or cost reduction studies, i.e., vendor capabilities and fabrication costs to determine the economics and feasibility of 'make or buy' decisions; the correlation of product design requirements with manufacturing operations and capabilities; the economics of maintaining inventory levels based on machining cost per volume, etc.
  • Prepare and submit manufacturing cost estimates and substantiating data for review and approval.
  • Prepare and submit manufacturing procedures and plans interfacing with customers on specialized jobs.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution or seven (7) years of manufacturing industry experience required.
  • Minimum of three (3) years' experience in manufacturing engineering in a machining environment.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of CNC programming experience. Programming experience can be either CAM or Conversational.
  • Minimum of two (2) years' experience in designing and machining fixtures.
  • No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 60 miles of the Jackson, MS facility will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
  • This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in developing Machining Processes.
  • Experience with 3D CAD modeling and the creation of detailed drawings.

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Client-provided location(s): Jackson, MS, USA
Job ID: Eaton-33673Jackson
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)