Manufacturing Engineer jobs in Austin, TX

Manufacturing Engineer

If you’ve ever wondered what owning your own business is like, just ask an Employee Owner of Chatsworth Products (CPI). Better yet, become one! CPI has an immediate need for a Manufacturing Engineer in CPI’s Round Rock, TX location.

As a CPI Manufacturing Engineer, you will occupy a key role in working with and for a company that builds the physical infrastructure that powers, protects and secures the world’s digital technology.  Day to day, you will, develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Your recommendations and implementations for improvements to production processes, methods, and controls is pivotal to the role. By joining the Engineering department, you will take part in the continual improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing techniques.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Carries out process improvements, problem resolution, and project management. This includes coordination of the manufacturing launch for new products or enhancements to existing products. Lead the selection of new manufacturing equipment.
• Assists the Plant Manager and supporting leadership roles in improving production, standard operating procedures, safety and quality.
• In an individual and team collaboration setting, has the knowledge and ability to perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods, and production equipment.
• Prepares capital and expense budgets for Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities.  Executes projects to the budget plan throughout the year.
• Pursues continuous improvements using Lean manufacturing in assigned areas
• Performs other related duties, as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Core Competencies

• Ethics, Values, Integrity & Trust - Adheres and acts in line with CPI core values.
• Functional/Technical Skills - Possesses high level of skill, knowledge and ability in assigned functional area.
• Safety – Complies with company safety rules and regulations.  Takes a proactive approach to identify and eliminate safety hazards.
• Customer Focus - Gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
• Interpersonal Skills - Uses diplomacy and tact.  Uses collaborative skills.
• Action Oriented & Adaptability - Takes initiative; acts promptly; is proactive.
• Ownership & Accountability - Proactively models, guards and demonstrates all of CPI’s core values.
• Priority Setting, Planning & Organizing- Uses resources effectively and efficiently.
• Problem Solving & Creativity - Uses logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutions.  Develops new and unique ideas.
• Listening, Informing and Written Communications - Practices attentive and active listening.  Shares information.  Presents ideas and facts clearly and effectively in writing.
• Timely & Quality Decision Making – Focuses on achieving results in an effective and timely manner.
• Building Effective Teams and Directing Others - Inspires and guides individuals toward common goal achievement.  Establishes clear directions.
• Managing Vision & Purpose - Builds consensus and commitments for achieving CPI’s vision and purpose.
• TQM/Re-engineering - Delivers the highest-quality products and services which meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Innovation Management - Effectively manages the creative process.
• Strategic Agility - Anticipates future consequences and trends accurately and creates effective strategies and plans.
• Champion of Culture - Promotes respect, honesty, and integrity.

Technical Competencies

• BS in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience in a manufacturing facility.  
• Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing engineering principles
• Proven track record in coaching, facilitating and leading teams in a fast paced, high growth, environment.
• Must have a strong mechanical aptitude.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. to move file boxes, etc. as needed.
• Travels to trade shows, suppliers, training centers and other CPI facilities as required. Travel up to 5% per year.

As a CPI, Manufacturing Engineer you will also enjoy the unique benefits of becoming a CPI Employee Owner. These include having an equal share and stake in the company’s success and revenue—whether through annual profit sharing, vested ownership shares or a long list of standard benefits that remind our Employee Owners they’re valued, respected, and trusted to help guide the company’s future.