Job Description C/A Design, Inc. is part of the Heico Companies, and in aggregate, Heico's businesses generate more than $3.2 billion in revenues. C/A Design is an Innovator and leader in the Brazing industry providing custom engineered cooling solutions while leveraging decades of cutting edge, industry leading, brazing experience. Our customers rely on us to deliver the complex parts they create. Protecting the Warfighter is our mission. Our new state of the art Exeter location is set to open in Summer of 2024 and will raise the bar in precision manufacturing - come and join us! The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Additionally, the Manufacturing Engineer maximizes product efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization. This individual is expected to embrace and exhibit our culture of honesty, integrity, and good corporate citizenship. This is a high visibility role with exposure to multiple layers of the organization and is a key component to the growth strategy planned for C/A Design. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strive towards a culture of proactive safety. Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency. Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards. Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods. Works with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards. Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management Liaise with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes. Conducts Value Stream Analysis, manufacturing process flow redesigns, time and motion studies as part of the planning process. Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and capture potential efficiencies. Leads plant management and employees in conceptualizing, planning and implementing, and sustaining continuous improvements by utilizing Lean Manufacturing tools. Other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/ Manufacturing engineering required with 5-7 + year's work experience in a manufacturing facility in an engineering type role. Lean certification and/or demonstrated lean/6sigma project driven experience preferred. Proven ability to see facility projects through to completion; on time and within budget. Able to effectively carry out a vision, plan, and coordinate the activities of the Manufacturing Production Systems group with Production, Materials, Quality, and Engineering functions. C/A Design is an equal opportunity employer.Job Requirements