Manufacturing Design Engineer II

Onsite in Lebanon, KY, Portland Forge seeks a Manufacturing Design Engineer II to analyze, develop, and implement forging designs and tooling that enhance operation performance, production efficiency, and product quality while aligning with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine production processes and workflows for both new and existing product lines.
• Create and deploy tooling, fixtures, and equipment to sustain efficient manufacturing.
• Collaborate with product design teams to ensure parts are manufacturable, applying DFM and DFA principles.
• Perform time studies, optimize line balance, and run process simulations to raise throughput.
• Assess and improve manufacturing methods to boost efficiency, reduce costs, preserve or enhance quality, and improve KPI performance.
• Identify root causes of production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to sustain and repair equipment and improve tooling effectiveness.
• Lead manufacturing projects, including new product introductions, tooling development, and equipment upgrades.
• Develop project plans with timelines and budgets, ensuring milestones are achieved.
• Monitor production metrics and implement quality control measures.
• Provide technical support to production teams for troubleshooting equipment and process issues.
• Create and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance with standards such as ISO and OSHA.
• Train production staff on new processes, tools, and technologies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience; forging experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing tools (examples include PTC Creo and Anvil).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems is advantageous.

Technologies

• PTC Creo
• Anvil
• ERP/MRP Systems

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional exposure to high temperatures in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to stand, kneel, or crouch as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with carbon steel, stainless steel, nickel alloys, and titanium forgings.
• Solid understanding of metallurgical and engineering principles.
• Familiarity with non-destructive testing methods (e.g., ultrasonic, penetrant inspection).
• Proficiency with computer-based documentation and reporting tools.

Work Environment

• Industrial or manufacturing setting with noise and varying temperatures.
• Occasional travel as required.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday