Mfg Engineer I - Tool Design

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the execution of various manufacturing engineering functions including manufacturing process development and support, product introduction, manufacturing project management of small projects, as well as general manufacturing support, troubleshooting, and team participation
• These activities and responsibilities also include tool designing,  leadership of process improvement and implementation and will vary depending on the location, and process expertise (machining, fabrication, assembly, etc.).
•  Work closely with Tool Makers and Builders to ensure optimum manufacturing and build techniques are applied to the mechanical designs 
•  Work closely with Electrical Engineers to apply appropriate controls technology into the mechanical designs 
•  Work with Vendors to procure purchased components that fit specifications for mechanical applications
• This position will work closely with other manufacturing functions such as manufacturing engineering, production control, quality engineering, purchasing, safety, environmental, and manufacturing management to develop and implement solutions consistent with the goals of the Company
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 8-15 years related experience
• High School graduate or equivalent
• Must have valid driving privileges
• Occasional travel (0-5%)
• Occasional overnight stays (0-5%)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certain technical skills and training such as CNC programming, CAD layout, geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T), process capability theory and statistical process control (SPC) may be required.  
• Must demonstrate good communication skills amongst shop floor, support staff, and plant leadership.
• Must be able to lead and execute small teams and projects.
• Requires good organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to train others

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities