Manufacturing Technology Engineer II

The Manufacturing Technology Engineer II role will act as the Industry 4.0 technical SME. The engineer will help us drive the transformation of our manufacturing processes into the fourth industrial revolution. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions that leverage simulations, automation, artificial intelligence, and other Industry 4.0 technologies.

Essential Functions

• Design, develop, and implement smart factory solutions that help to optimize production processes and improve overall efficiency

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and manage project timelines to ensure successful implementation of Industry 4.0 initiatives

• Identify opportunities for automation, robotics, digital twins, machine learning, and other digital technologies to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.

• Monitor and evaluate the performance of Industry 4.0 solutions to identify opportunities for continuous improvement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, network, and IT to design and deploy Industry 4.0 solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and quality

• Work with vendors and suppliers to evaluate and integrate new technologies and tools.

• Proactively report on project progress against schedule.

• Recognize potential problems with existing equipment and develop solutions with the ability to adapt to various engineering designs, applications, and process criteria.

• Work with internal stakeholders to identify their requirements and develop innovative solutions that meet and exceed these needs.

• Create and organize documentation on all MT solutions to facilitate knowledge transfer to Niagara manufacturing sites.

• Proactively engage with customers in order to define the overall technical approach for Manufacturing Technology solutions.

• Maintain technical skills and knowledge and keep them continuously updated.

• Participate in strategic and tactical planning sessions.

• This position requires 40%-60% travel.

• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

2 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment

2 Years - Experience in Position

0-1 Years - Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Preferred Qualifications:

4 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment

4 Years - Experience working in Position

2 Years - Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

• Detail-Oriented with Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Strong exposure to Manufacturing Technologies including MES, LMS, CMMS, automated data collection, visualization, quality, efficiency in manufacturing, automated decision control, workflow, database applications, scheduling, and interface to ERP systems.

• Proficiency in, but not limited to:

• Microsoft Office Applications - Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Projects, Visio, etc.

• Efficiency Improvement Analysis Applications

• New System Implementation & Administration

• Able to translate data into recommendable actions to senior staff

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Self-Motivated with a proven record of taking the initiative

• Embraces ambiguity and change

• Able to work with minimal supervision

• Able to execute tasks in a very dynamic and ever-changing environment

• Exercise sound judgment and ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce