Sr. Advanced Manufacturing/NPD Engineer

JOB SUMMARY
Make a tactical impact as you assume ownership of NPD costs and lead times, as well as a strategic impact as you help develop processes around additive manufacturing. Play an important role as we develop a relatively new NPD team.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own all manufacturing deliverables related to new product development (NPD) for one or more product lines.
• Develop and communicate timelines for deliverables to key stakeholders.
• Represent manufacturing in cross-functional NPD teams from early-stage development to product launch.
• Takes NPD ownership of cost, quality and lead time for all internally manufactured parts, components and systems.
• Carry Lean principles into the design process to ensure new products integrate seamlessly into SPX FLOW's global manufacturing network.
• Ensure timely manufacturing of NPD prototype and test equipment by coordinating efforts through production and tool room assets.
• Create and maintain the manufacturing bill of materials for NPD projects.
• Own operational readiness for new product launches.
• Serve as champion for new product development in the global manufacturing organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong manufacturing engineering and production background in industrial and/or sanitary products.
• Strong knowledge of Lean principles and process improvement techniques.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T.
• High proficiency in SAP related to creation and maintenance of materials and BoMs.
• Skills in 3D modeling software.
• Solid organizational skills, including following up on your own needed actions and those of assigned team members.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork leadership abilities, as well as persistence when dealing with problems.
• A curious mindset and willingness to constantly challenge the status quo.
• Flexibility and adaptability as the organization evolves.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical or Industrial engineering; a master's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing role for industrial or sanitary products.
• Some experience with additive manufacturing design and/or engineering.
• Certification in Six Sigma/Lean methodology is a plus.
• Experience with manufacturing design is desirable.

COMPETENCIES
Aligning Performance for Success
Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives.
Building a Successful Team
Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals.
Building Trust
Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.
Coaching and Developing Others
Providing feedback, instruction, and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities; planning and supporting the development of individual skills and responsibilities.
Communication
Clearly and succinctly conveying information and ideas to individuals and groups in a variety of situations; communicating in a focused and compelling way that drives others' thoughts and actions. Engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
Continuous Improvement
Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities; generating ideas, and implementing solutions.
Continuous Learning
Actively identifying new ideas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
Customer Focus
Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.
Delegating Responsibility
Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization's and individuals' effectiveness.
Facilitating Change
Encouraging others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.
Gaining Commitment
Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas and plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved.
Planning and Organizing
Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working conditions are normal for an office and/or client site workshop or warehousing facility. The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet, however local and client sites can be unpredictable and associated safety equipment should be worn accordingly.
SPX FLOW VALUES
SPX FLOW employees are expected to behave in accordance with our company values as outlined below.
QUALITY
Quality encompasses all aspects of SPX FLOW's business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to products, processes, and the quality systems. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.
DISCLAIMER
SPX FLOW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SPX FLOW is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.