.Manufacturing Engineer, NPI WeldAt Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTUREBUSINESS: Polaris Off-Road Vehicles (ORV): LOCATION: Campus MTY (Apodaca N.L.) DIRECT REPORTING: NPI Backshop Launch Manager JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the budget, labor, equipment and process of new welded products being introduced into Monterey production facility. Work closely with product engineering and design to steer the development and DFM of new designs. Manage the budget, schedule and acquisition of new weld tooling through design, run-off and into SOP. Responsible for designing, implementing and reviewing the procedures and equipment involved in the manufacturing process. Their duties include researching automation techniques, testing new systems for efficiency and planning factory layouts to optimize production.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop and implement manual and automated welding processes for new product introduction (NPI) with ability to recommend and specify equipment details.Defines tooling and fixtures used in the manufacturing process. Coordinates with tool designers to specify or procure new tooling, fixtures and ideas and fixtures.Analyzes and evaluates manufacturing methods and standards. Provides solutions to problems adversely affecting operator safety, quality, productivity, and/or cost.Identifies areas of unnecessary cost. Research methods and procedures for cost reductions, work cell development and material flow improvement.Qualify and develop new welding specifications.Interface between Manufacturing and Engineering / Customers.Assists in development and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.Reviews preliminary designs, making DFM recommendations to reduce costs and improve manufacturability and quality on new or existing parts.Evaluates design adherence to established Best Practices.Develops detailed, complete and accurate capital equipment studies and makes appropriate recommendations for capital expenditures.Assists in preparation of departmental budget including material, manpower, equipment and outside procurement costs, and operates within approved parameters.Reviews and evaluates cost pertaining to make vs. buy decisions and new product development.Process purchase requisitions and records as required.Work in safe and healthy manner, strictly following all safety rules and regulations.Maintain a neat, clean, orderly work area.Complete company provided training.Participate in VIP process.Perform special projects as assigned.Develop and maintain PDP Manufacturing Plan and Process FMEA's as assigned.Develop manufacturing standard cost model for new products.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEB.S
