Job Description

NIC Global is a single-source manufacturer providing turn-key mechanical and electromechanical assembly, expert sheet metal fabrication, and global sourcing of metal and plastic components. We provide products to great customers such as Philips, PACCAR (Kenworth & Peterbilt), Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Physio Controls, and Leviton to name a few. Our growing company employs nearly 600 people in Washington, Tennessee, Ohio, and Texas. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. Our fun, family like atmosphere provides a great place to work where employees are celebrated through a wide variety of employee events and recognition programs. Visit us at www.nicglobalms.com to learn more. NIC Global is an equal opportunity employer.

• JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer
  
  JOB SUMMARY
  Evaluates manufacturing processes by develop, designing and conducting research methods to improve manufacturing methods using knowledge of product design; materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.
  
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

•    Identifies and implements continuous improvement actions for existing manufacturing parts, practices and procedures.

•    Responsible for creating robust processes that will aide in fabrication of sheet metal components and Tier 1 Assembly functions that will meet customer design and delivery expectations.
•    Identifies and implements cost savings and safety initiatives.
•    Adapts machine or equipment designs to factory and production conditions.
•    Designs arrangement of machines within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive layout.

•    Drives interaction with customers, vendors, contractors, and other NIC support functions and staff to achieve successful relationships and project implementation

•    Uses appropriate tools (APQP, DFM, D/PFMEA, VSM, PLC, CNC, Time studies, etc.) to develop processes within the manufacturing scope.       
•    This job description reflects the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required, based upon business needs, at any time with               or without notice.

        QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university or an equivalent combination of formal education, on-the-job training, and/or work experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; sheet metal fabrication environment a plus.
  •    Experience with robotic weld/robotics a strong plus.
  •    Six Sigma certified helpful.
  •    Strong analytical, communication, and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint) skills; proficient in design software (Solid Works and AutoCAD is desired).
  •    Must be able to understand design platforms (SolidWorks, Pro-E, Draft sight, and AutoCAD) to analyze and interpret customer expectations.
  •    Sheet metal experience and Inventory Control knowledge/experience desired but not required.
• Packaging and fixture design with GD&T knowledge and application is highly desired.
  
  PHYSCIAL DEMANDS
  Ability to lift 25lbs with or without accommodations.
• Applicants who are offered employment with the Company will be subjected to a background check and pre-employment drug screen.