Manufacturing Controls Engineer (Electrical)

 Req ID 69213 | Newton, United States ZF Chassis Components, LLC

Position Summary:  Works integrally with maintenance, production, quality, and other plant functions in the quotation process for potential business, plan and launch of new production programs, analysis and solution of process problems, and continuous improvement.

What you can look forward to as a Manufacturing Engineer:

• Support day to day production & support quotation process for potential business.
• Coordinates installation and validation of new equipment for new programs or volume increases. 
• Maintain and improve existing processes and equipment. Provide trouble shooting support to existing processes and equipment. Implement ZFPS to production lines of responsibility. 
• Analyzes and plans production capacity, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Determines product specifications for the purchase of equipment, materials, tooling, or parts, according to specifications, quality and ZFPS standards.
• Contact potential suppliers for production equipment and makes the final technical choice.  
• Responsible for the implementation of the equipment on the floor from delivery to hand off to production.
• Monitor manufacturing cost during series production to ensure it adheres to plan.

*May be required to work modified schedule to support customer requirements (i.e.: overtime, vacation coverage, off-shifts, 8 and/or 12-hour schedules, holidays, etc.).

Your profile as a Manufacturing Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience. 
• 5+ years’ experience in assembly/manufacturing environment, plant layout, cost analyst, budgeting, blueprint reading, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Proficient at PLC programming and troubleshooting (Siemens Step 7 experience strongly preferred).
• Experience with vision systems integration, programming, and trouble shooting.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft and CAD software.
• Capable of making sound decisions in a timely manner.
• Excellent communications capabilities with both verbal and written means.
• Good time management and prioritizing skills.

Why Choose ZF? What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Personal Time
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays 
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Manufacturing Controls Engineer and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran