Responsibilities
- Create jigs, fixtures, tooling, and automated systems to boost manufacturing productivity and ensure high-quality output
- Develop and deploy production molds, including those made from metal or via 3D printing, for use in forming, casting, fabrication, and composite manufacturing
- Produce precise 2D and 3D CAD models and technical drawings for components, assemblies, and production machinery
- Support additive manufacturing efforts by designing, testing, and integrating 3D-printed parts into production workflows
- Evaluate existing manufacturing methods and introduce changes to improve speed, lower costs, and minimize waste
- Work closely with engineering, production, and shop teams to ensure designs are feasible and optimized for real-world manufacturing
- Conduct practical, on-site technical evaluations of equipment and production processes
- Support automation and capital projects from initial concept through to final implementation
- Generate and manage documentation for manufacturing processes, including assembly, fabrication, and testing procedures
- Test and refine designs through shop floor feedback, prototyping, and iterative development
- Update technical drawings in response to feedback from internal teams and customers
- Forecast time, materials, and labor needs for manufacturing projects
- Apply Lean principles to streamline operations and eliminate inefficiencies
- Assist manufacturing operations with problem-solving, training, and ongoing process improvements
Responsibilities
- Design and develop jigs, fixtures, tooling, and automation solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality
- Design and implement production molds, including metal and 3D-printed mold systems, for fabrication, forming, casting, or composite-related manufacturing needs
- Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings for parts, assemblies, and production equipment
- Support 3D printing initiatives, including designing, prototyping, and implementing printed components for production use
- Analyze manufacturing processes and implement improvements to increase throughput and reduce cost and waste
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and shop personnel to ensure designs are practical and optimized for fabrication
- Perform hands-on technical analysis of equipment and manufacturing processes
- Assist with capital improvement and automation projects from concept through implementation
- Develop and maintain process documentation, including fabrication, assembly, and test instructions
- Validate designs through shop support, testing, and iteration
- Review and revise drawings based on internal and customer feedback
- Estimate production times, materials, and labor requirements for projects
- Apply Lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and improve workflow
- Support shop floor operations including troubleshooting, training, and continuous improvement initiatives
