Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Euclid - 22801

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing

Req ID:  26104

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Summary

Lincoln Electric has an outstanding opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer, supporting the Machine Division's Production & New Product Development. The Manufacturing Engineer has ownership of torque tools and fastening strategy for Machine Division assembly. The Manufacturing Engineer will expand MES integration and capabilities in the Machine Division, while playing a key role in promoting and adopting a continuous improvement culture by focusing on problem solving to drive improvements in the organization’s safety, quality, operational performance, customer satisfaction, and overall financial health of the company.

What You Will Do

Manage substantial portions of project work and day-to-day shop support with little to no supervision, lead projects both within the department and cross-functionally.

Direct the work of techs, college students or other engineers, and may be required to direct/lead/teach other engineers and techs on their projects and more technically challenging work inside or outside the department. Assignments may be assigned by supervisors or developed on their own but will need to be communicated to supervision to assure alignment with company objectives.

Develop and execute continuous improvement activities to reduce cycle time, inventory, and waste while improving process performance, quality, cost, and standardizing the processes.

Typical assignments may include but are not limited to:

Developing torque curves for assembly operations

Integrating torque tools and assembly instructions into MES

Resolving safety, environmental and ergonomics issues

Process improvements and optimization

Cost analysis and reductions, Capacity studies

Evaluation and implementation of employee suggestions

Development and implementation of new processes

Six Sigma projects,  Continuous Improvement initiatives

Shop support, quality improvements

Development of processes for and the launching of new products

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Minimum 5 years of Engineering experience in related field

Experience developing torque and fastening strategies

Understanding of and experience with MES

Knowledge of various manufacturing processes, tools and materials

Must have good judgment, be well organized, and able to work with minimal supervision

Commitment to seeking opportunities for cost savings and process improvements

Ability to research, analyze and justify financial purchases and make sound financial decisions

Understanding of six sigma tools and statistical process control

Excellent interpersonal skills, including positive communication skills, both written and verbal

Work effectively and cross-functionally on a regular basis

Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point; CAD software; ability to learn SAP

Experience in project management and ownership

Ability to perform hands-on work as required

Ability to occasionally work off shifts

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.