Manufacturing Engineer

For over thirty years, DEKA Research & Development Corp. has made Manchester, New Hampshire home. Housed in the largest industrial complex of its time, the historic Amoskeag Millyard. DEKA employs a team of professionals, whose engineering, design, manufacturing and quality expertise make DEKA a hot spot for creating innovative solutions and advanced technologies. Located about an hour from Boston, the beach, and the mountains, DEKA is one of the leading research and development companies in the country and is the birthplace of some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for process development and improvement of complex electromechanical medical devices that are transitioning from design into manufacturing. This key role requires cross-functional effectiveness both internally and externally with the engineering team, operations team, materials team, customers, and partners.

How will you make a difference?

• Work collaboratively with engineering team to develop robust, production-ready designs
• Develop and maintain bill of materials, line layout, production control methods, clear assembly instructions, fixtures, and pFMEA’s
• Plan, conduct and execute pre-production builds, with a vision for volume production
• Consult with suppliers to determine product specifications, working with supply chain team to purchase equipment, materials, and parts
• Interface with manufacturing partners for all stages of design transfer to ensure products meet performance criteria, delivering a quality product on-time
• Troubleshooting pre-production medical devices and supporting ongoing test efforts

To be successful in this role, you will need the following skills and experience:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
• 0 – 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment/academic experience considered
• Previous hands-on experience building, troubleshooting, and repairing complex electro-mechanical systems/devices.
• Knowledge of component forming processes, assembly processes, and production line optimization
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles- (prior experienced preferred)
• Preferred experience in Design for Manufacturability and/or Design Transfer
• Passionate about understanding how things work, and solving tough technical problems
• Proficient in time management

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