Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly for Hydro-Gear’s Princeton KY plant

Hydro-Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving multiple industries and delivering to customers worldwide. Our passion is innovation and a commitment to making our customers successful. Learn more about us at Hydro-Gear.com

Responsibilities : The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, building, programming and supporting the automated systems that assemble the many cutting-edge products offered by Hydro-Gear.

Job Type : Full-Time located in Princeton Kentucky

Salary :

• Commensurate with experience
• Bi-annual bonus

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays
• Health & Wellness Program Benefits
• Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time (PTO)

Core Responsibilities of our Manufacturing Engineer for Assembly:

• PLC programming, Pneumatic systems, Fluid systems knowledge
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent four-year college or technical school and 2 years of relevant experience, or 10 years of relevant experience and training, or an equivalent combination of both education and experience
• Conduct continuous improvement opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability
• Error proofing concepts and production processes
• Robot knowledge
• Mechanical design
• Deploying and integrating line automation improvements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with excellent interpersonal skills required
• Maintain standards for current processes
• Experience with quality management systems strongly desired
• Experience with presses and fasteners
• Create required controlled documents
• Project management
• Electrical knowledge

• Entry level knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics
• Preferred 2 years’ experience in related field
• Experience in error-proofing concepts and basic production processes
• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience, or 10 years of training and relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of both education and experience
• Experience with presses and fasteners
• Experience in project management and process control documentation skills

Summary : As a Manufacturing Engineer you will enjoy the challenge of using your skills and experience to design, build, program and support the automated systems that contribute to making Hydro-Gear the market-leader.

The role of the Manufacturing Engineer is one established to drive Hydro-Gear forward. The individual in this role has the ability to truly make a difference and inspire. Apply if you have experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Controls Engineer.