Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer will bring a strong foundation in electro-mechanical design, assembly processes, and testing, along with deep expertise in mechanical product design and development within cross-functional teams through New Product Introduction (NPI). Experience in product sustaining is a plus.

We're looking for a critical thinker and natural problem-solver-someone who can blend technical know-how with operational insight and project management skills. This role calls for a highly organized, self-driven professional who can juggle multiple priorities while keeping projects aligned with business goals. Strong communication skills are essential, as the Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with colleagues, suppliers, and external partners, always representing the company with professionalism and confidence.

Location: This position is fulltime onsite M-F at our flagship manufacturing facility in Rock Hill, SC.

• Competitive Pay: $65,000-$75,000 annually. Our employees are the best part of our company. We want you to feel valued, appreciated, and included. Because of this, we make sure your hard work is recognized.
• Paid Leave (US ONLY): Enjoy time away from work with Company paid holidays and a flexible working schedule through our paid time off (PTO) policy.Yep, you read that correctly. We are a Company that values you and makes sure you take time for yourself.
• 401(k): Prepare for a secure retirement with our 401k plan, which includes an employer matching contribution.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Plans: We want to be here for our employees throughout all stages of life, which is why we offer a wide range of resources, information, and support during your career with us.
• Global Team: With our state-of-the-art corporate headquarters in Rock Hill, South Carolina, our global team has a presence across more than 15 countries worldwide. Experience a workplace comprised of talented individuals who are passionate about serving our customers and each other.
• Innovative Culture: Innovation is at the heart of what we do! Since our founding in 1986 by Chuck Hull, the inventor of 3D printing, we have continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible with additive manufacturing. When you join 3D, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in an innovative and collaborative culture!
• Talent Development: At 3D Systems, we invest in talent programs to support employees with opportunities to grow, contribute, develop, and thrive in their careers.
• Connection & Engagement Opportunities: We strive to cultivate an environment where our diverse global workforce can connect and thrive. Our Employee Resource Group program, Employee Recognition program, and 3D Gives Back program, are just a few examples of how you will be empowered to build connections, celebrate wins, and make a meaningful impact.

• Works with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, industrial, and process teams to co-develop mechanical, hardware and software solutions to integrate into manufacturing and/or product sustaining applications; apply principles of mechanical engineering and mathematical analysis.
• Provide robust design solutions to address critical system issues.
• Perform life cycle testing of new designs to ensure reliability.
• Collaborates with other Engineering groups to improve or upgrade product performance.
• Debugs complex mechanical assemblies and hardware.
• Evaluates the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications.
• This position requires involvement with the production and materials functions as well as customer service and support functions.
• Through partnerships with the production personnel, the Manufacturing Engineer will ensure the required technical support for all critical process and product issue resolution as well as technical direction and support for all product builds and process operations.
• Able to interpret test specifications from Engineering in order to write test plans as required.
• Develops manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components; soliciting observations from operators.
• Support test technicians by troubleshooting difficult problems and instructing the technicians in techniques to resolve these issues.
• Develop test equipment and test assemblies to aid the technicians in isolating problems.
• Drive improvements in all related manufacturing processes, including those related to products, equipment, human interface and product quality.
• Responsible for associated metrics, product support and new process development/qualification.
• Coordinate technical development schedule and Supply Chain phase deliverables with Program/Project Manager.
• Assignments will include system integration, software/hardware validation, requirements definition, DFM/DFT, design for EMI and safety compliance, managing compliance documentation and testing, troubleshooting production equipment, and developing functional test assemblies for manufacturing.
• Develops and maintains standard processes and training documents for the production line.
• Consult and work to develop functional test hardware for board level and hardware assemblies.
• Support testing and sustained maintenance of the current electrical and firmware systems based on the feedback of Quality Assurance and customers.
• Prioritize and communicate product sustaining issues across product lines and regions in coordination with project/program management.

Education and Training

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field; will consider equivalent work experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Preferred experience applying lean six sigma tools in a production environment.
• Strong communications skills.
• Preferred experience with SolidWorks.

Experience

• Poka-yoke and mistake proofing experience.
• Background in quality systems a plus.
• Ability to understand and implement PPAP, FMEA and Control Plans.
• Working with Product Development, advising on manufacturing processes & on DFX.
• Electromechanical design.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Practices continuous improvement methodologies including lean manufacturing, root cause problem solving, value stream mapping, etc. to improve production efficiencies and key performance metrics.
• Action oriented with ability to communicate at all levels in the organization.
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing experience.
• Solid knowledge of technical report preparation, engineering documentation and print standards, electrical and mechanical machinery safety.

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