Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Machining

Dover Coproration is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components specialty systems consumable supplies software and digital solutions and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products Clean Energy & Fueling Imaging & Identification Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainable Technologies.

Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years our team of approximately 24000 employees has an ownership mindset collaborating with customers to redefine whats possible.

Headquartered in Downers Grove Illinois Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under DOV. Additional information is available .

Position Summary:

Reporting directly to the Dover Director Advanced Manufacturing - Machining the Advanced Manufacturing Machining Engineer is responsible for executing the manufacturing roadmap for optimizing machining processes proper use of the equipment design specifications setup reviews and new control strategies. AMME is responsible for leading and ensuring that new equipment purchases are specified sourced qualified and properly transitioned into mass production meeting Dover and customer requirements and timing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Support and partner with OpCos for improving OEE through initiatives such as SMED TPM etc. for new and existing equipment.
Work on Dover corporate strategy to work with OpCos to drive productivity by internalizing spending (Buy2Make) on new capex and on existing equipment by maximizing machine utilization.
Support and partner with OpCos to support on maturity journey for Machining Excellence Playbook.
Provide technical development and deployment for new technologies related to machining to drive productivity improvements.
Drive and support machining strategy on productivity improvement by maximizing
Assist in the evolution of the equipment and perform acceptance evaluation accordingly.
Identify recommend procure and install machine shop equipment as well as ensure all equipment is thoroughly maintained and calibrated
Support work force utilization space requirements workflow and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
Continuous improvement provide recommendation on upgrade of equipment to maximize asset utilization.
Interface with tooling supplier to ensure use of proper tooling for production. Work with suppliers to develop better cutting tools for specific PM applications.
Develop machine capability in-house while making changes to enhance the machine functionality.
Identify develop and deploy new machining methods (or refine existing) to improve quality reduce cost and optimize build schedule
Utilize lean manufacturing methodology for process development and problem solving
Perform root cause analyses when non-conformances are identified and deploy corrective actions
Helping and supporting manufacturing to achieve safety quality efficiency and throughput goals identifying opportunities to improve.
Apply Project Management skills & tools to lead and support capital equipment/improvement projects.
Investigate equipment performance and identify any problems for corrective actions and solutions.
Writes/revises User Requirement Specs Functional Requirement Design Specs Qualifications etc.
Supports Factory and Site Acceptance Tests Machinability Studies and validation protocols.
Responsible for review and approval PFMEA DFMEA PPAPs and Standard Operating Procedures SOP and ensure that manufacturing and operations comply with.
Utilize continuous improvement methodology to improve internal processes.
Must be able to interact constructively across the whole organization to identify issues and implement improvements.
Hands-on support of new product and new process launch.
Must be able to handle multiple projects and multiple priorities simultaneously.
Travel up to 60% may be required
Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements/Desired Characteristics:

Bachelors degree in mechanical electrical or manufacturing engineering industrial technology or equivalent mix of education and experience.
Minimum five (5) years experience of manufacturing engineering directly working with machining processes.
Experience setting up and operating state-of-the-art machining equipment
Extensive experience in machining and maintenance.
Well versed in standard machine shop manufacturing processes and set ups
Strong experience with SolidWorks or another mechanical CAD system
Highly experienced with variety of precision conventional and advance metrology systems (photogrammetry CMMs 3D imaging)
Strong commitment to proper safety precautions in design and practice
Strong understanding of Lean concepts.
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to interact with other departments.
Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic environment
Strong sense of urgency accountability and highly objective oriented
Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks a self-starter with the ability to solve problems proactively
Clear concise and articulate communication skills - verbal written and listening
Strong team player work ethic and commitment to win right
Strong analytical skills; ability to think big act small and scale fast

Key Accomplishments Previous 12 Months

Demonstrated experience in successfully achieving machine startups.
Proven experience developing/starting new manufacturing processes
Demonstrated experience improving productivity by machining optimization
Demonstrated experience improving OEE. And proven reduction in unplanned maintenance hours
Demonstrated experience utilizing Advanced Product Quality Planning Methodology and the integrated product and process development techniques within it. (e.g. Process Flow Diagrams PFMEA Control Plans I/PPAP Standard Work).

Work Arrangement: Remote

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position including but not limited to the positions responsibilities a candidates work experience a candidates education/training the positions location and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption surrogacy and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental military jury duty and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off including 9 paid holidays per calendar year paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws wellness reimbursement; tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability age genetic information or any other factors prohibited by law.

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