Systematic Business Consulting | Fabrication Engineer

A family owned and operated manufacturing facility is seeking a highly skilled Fabrication Engineer to join their world class team in Schiller Park Illinois.Responsibilities:• Provide overall direction to the engineering function through the development of engineering policies and procedures consistent with organizational requirements and corporate standards.• Manages and coordinates the activities of the product realization planning process to improve quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction.• Support global customer team activities and assist in the management of critical issues, if necessary, through direct involvement with customers.• Suggests new methods or technology and recommends options to improve current products, processes, etc.• Incorporate the latest developments in tooling, equipment, and materials to achieve production volumes at the highest quality and lowest cost.• Analyze the causes and effects of major tooling difficulties, using statistical analysis methods to develop recommendations and action plans for solutions.• Assist the Sales Department to determine manufacturing feasibility for product design and assist in answering engineering related questions, concerns or use of expertise to help progress new projects and product.• Drive and help implement product modification processes to enhance product performance, improve reliability, reduce cost, and improve ease of manufacturing.• Review design criteria of existing products to ensure considerations for improved performance and efficiency are incorporated into these products which make them more feature rich at reduced cost.• Work closely with sales and operations on issues relating to current and future product requirements and implements product design efforts which meet the evolving need of the customers.• Provides direction, forecasts work activities for self and others while maintaining positive employee relations and fosters a team working environment.Requirements:• Bachelor's degree in engineering or other related study. Strongly preferred.• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering. Required.• 2+ years of experience in tooling and fixtures, design, material processing, cost analysis, material handling, and personal computing. Required.• 2+ years of work experience in a metal stamping facility. Required.• 2+ years' experience working with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SolidEdge, ProE, etc., or extensive knowledge of programs. Required.• 2+ years of experience working with ISO or TS16949 standard requirements and quality management systems. Required.• Proficiency in the use of statistical analysis methods of problem solving. Required.• Knowledge of APQP project management and GD&T specifications. Preferred.• Amada and Salvagnini software experience. Preferred

Created: 2025-01-14