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Re:Build Manufacturing, part of a family of industrial businesses focused on revitalizing the U.S. manufacturing base, is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join Re:Build Tekna in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Tekna, founded in 1988, specializes in design consulting, contract manufacturing, and original equipment manufacturing services across medical, life science, consumer, industrial, electronics, and appliance sectors.
In this role, you will serve as a Process Engineering Lead working within a multidisciplinary cross-functional team on new product development. You will design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes to achieve quality and business goals, collaborating closely with manufacturing and business development teams as projects progress through different phases.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading process development for new and existing products, ensuring manufacturing processes meet product and project requirements
- Identifying and recommending solutions for technical issues
- Participating in research and product requirements definition
- Influencing product conceptualization from a manufacturing perspective
- Conducting 6M analysis and make-versus-buy analysis with labor cost estimation
- Supporting architectural product analysis
- Conducting detailed Design for Manufacturing (DFM) analysis with design engineers
- Supporting risk analysis including pFMECA
- Leading the design and development of new manufacturing processes, including process flow, line layout, custom workstations with fixturing, and production work instruction training
- Working with procurement to source, quote, order, and receive equipment and materials for production line setup
The company emphasizes a fast-paced, supportive environment where individuals are empowered to take on responsibility, receive experienced-based coaching, and have opportunities for personal and professional growth through association with Re:Build.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (required)
- 5–7 years of proven experience in production process design, development, and qualification
- Strong math and computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Good problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of material properties
- Sound knowledge of engineering design principles
