Manufacturing Engineer III

PCB Piezotronics, Inc. is a global leader in the manufacture of piezoelectric and strain gauge sensors. The success of PCB is in our people. It is our philosophy to hire good people and support them in doing their job. PCB’s Management is committed to providing a friendly, supportive and challenging work environment. At PCB we operate on a first name basis with a full open door policy. The Company’s pleasant working conditions, world-class benefits package and opportunities for advancement create a spirit of enthusiasm that provides PCB with a competitive edge.

Job Summary

Under direction, utilizing their education, experience and technical knowledge, the Manufacturing Engineer III is responsible for continuously improving product performance, to specifications, by developing and applying corrective / preventative actions to either design or process. Significant collaboration with other Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers, Production Technicians, Calibration Technicians, Production Managers, Planning, Purchasing, and Sales is required.

Major Job Functions

• Scrap Reduction/Yield Improvement
• Manufacturing process development/enhancement
• New Product Development (NPD) design/process reviews
• Product design development/enhancement
• Manufacturing efficiency improvement
• Resolution of immediate manufacturing production issues.

Job Duties within functions

• Develop, manage and implement continuous improvement projects based on statistical analysis of product/process performance that are negatively impacting company metrics (scrap, yield, quality at the customer, efficiency, etc…).
• Communicate and report to management on continuous improvement projects’ objectives, goals and status.
• Responsible for implementing engineering change utilizing PCB’s Engineering Change Request system (ECR) to product designs and processes by modifying designs, Bills of Material (B.O.M.), drawings, procedures, routers, tooling/fixtures and equipment.
• Conduct detailed failure analysis of non-conforming product (External and Internal Failures) to identify root cause for failure modes
• Responsible for fixture design utilizing error proofing concepts to ensure appropriate functionality.
• Research, analyze and study new and existing products, systems, subsystems, test equipment and processes to improve product performance, quality, cost and efficiency.
• Participate in Product Design Reviews and collaborates with NPD team to evaluate new product designs and processes to ensure that lessons learned have been implemented to achieve successful transfer of product into production.
• Responsible for becoming area expert on sensor technology, manufacturing methods, calibration methods, and company policies/procedures to provide technical support and training to other Engineers and Production Technicians.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Education/Training: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience: 7+ Years Manufacturing Experience, Strong Problem Solving Skills, Error Proofing, Design for Manufacturability, Dimensional Stack-up Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Six Sigma, Gaging and Testing knowledge, Assembly Process Experience (Manual and Automated), Machining Experience.
• Software: Microsoft Office, 3-D Modeling Software

Promotes teamwork, cooperation and commitment to

“Total Customer Satisfaction” among team members.

PCB Piezotronics, Inc. offers one of the most dynamic benefits packages in Western New York, including the opportunity to have 100% fully paid health insurance premiums, 401k, profit sharing and more.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a completed application, or apply in person at (use reference # 2013-120):

PCB Piezotronics, Inc.
Human Resources
Attn: Jennifer Braun
3425 Walden Ave.
Depew, NY 14043 USA
Fax: 716-684-0987
E-mail: jobs@pcb.com

PCB Piezotronics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disability