Manufacturing Engineer

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, helping people sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions to industrial water management and everything in between, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world.

We have an opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Roselle, IL team. You will utilize project management skills to implement new operational processes and equipment to assist the business unit in meeting its strategic goals. The Manufacturing Engineer will participate in and support kaizen events, Lean manufacturing improvements to production cells, cost improvement and capital expenditure projects.

You will:

• Provide technical support for plant operations. Attend to production issues to minimize downtime and support the creation of continuous flow assembly process.
• Provide lean manufacturing support and kaizen event support to make assembly process simpler, reduce process waste and improve ergonomics.
• Support production by providing fixturing and tooling, conducting time studies, and troubleshooting quality and process issues.
• Identify causes and develop strategies for eliminating re-occurring downtime.
• Provide guidance to operators, cell leaders, and the Production Manager regarding projects, process improvements and issues with the line.
• Able to source vendors, define SOW's, manage contract deliverables when outside sources for are used.
• Lead the installation of new equipment and tools and ensure performance to specifications. Implements capital and non-capital projects.
• Works with plant quality control and manufacturing personnel to ensure process and equipment can produce products that meet quality and engineering standards.
• Reviews new and modified specifications for proper content and schedules their introduction into the manufacturing system.
• Apply statistical methods and data driven problem solving to supply capable equipment, tools, materials, and processes to manufacturing.
• Continually monitor, analyze, and resolve process problems. Document all proposals for improved efficiency and adjustment as required. Responsible for start-up, set-up, and validation of new tools and equipment, and for conducting trials, including documentation.
• Assists with assuring tools, equipment, and processes comply with OSHA standards.
• Participate in the advanced product quality planning FMEA activities for the development of the control plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; Mechanical or Industrial preferred
• 0-3 years of experience in manufacturing supporting both processes and procedures.
• Leaning manufacturing experience preferred
• Understanding of Project Management Methodologies and utilizing resources to drive bottom line results
• Basic working knowledge of PLC programming and ladder logic.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and servo motion control.
• MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) and JDE
• Proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and other related programs
• Proficiency in English required. Proficiency in Spanish a plus

Compensation:

For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated annualized base pay range will be from $71000 - $131800 / year. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with a demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs. This position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as, annual incentive bonus.

Benefits:

As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program, disability benefits, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, parental leave, caregiver leave, tuition reimbursement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.