Mechanical Process Engineer

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. We build electronics assemblies for some of the most critical systems on Earth and beyond. Even with Vanguard’s advanced technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

The Mechanical Process Hybrid Engineer is the technical owner of production processes, tools/fixtures and equipment. This role is a hands-on, versatile engineer that will be dedicated to the development of a new high volume production line. They will also be the internal product owner and work closely with the customer, supporting their product development. The role works closely with our Production, Quality and Product teams, as well as Suppliers and Customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes and procedures for high complexity assemblies to meet customers’ requirements.
• Design tools, jigs and fixtures for electromechanical assembly processes.
• Lead the validation and verification of new production tooling/fixturing.
• Evaluate, commission, qualify and optimize new automated and semi-automated equipment.
• Ensure all equipment has the optimal preventative maintenance defined and establish new procedures.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, working with both internal and external support to resolve issues in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
• Collect, analyze and drive action from manufacturing data.
• Disposition nonconforming products, lead Root Cause and Corrective Actions.
• Utilize Design of Experiments to establish new processes and drive improvements to existing.
• Engage with customers on a variety of technical discussions and support technical inquiries/requests.
• Drive DFX with data captured from process development, NPI builds and our internal knowledge base so that customers receive feedback in a timely manner and information is communicated effectively in a way that provides them with the highest value.
• Ensure all customer/regulatory requirements are met for product throughout all Vanguard processes.
• Create, coordinate, review and approve internal product documentation.
• Identify, communicate and mitigate risks using FMEA or equivalent tools.
• Support production technicians and operators on issues that arise.
• Both lead and support process improvement efforts with the team.

Requirements

Required Qualifications