Engineer I, Process

General Summary

Analyze and resolve moderately complex engineering and process-related issues associated with production. Maximize manufacturing efficiency through the optimization of processes, design, workflow, methods, and routings using Lean Manufacturing techniques.

This role requires a candidate with a strong foundational understanding of their area of specialization and the ability to further develop professional expertise by applying company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of engineering and manufacturing challenges.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering techniques to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and cycle time within manufacturing processes.
• Propose and develop manufacturing process designs, ensuring that initial routings are completed to support new product development releases.
• Identify and support the design of production tooling, fixtures, and aids.
• Ensure proper manufacturing documentation by creating and maintaining manufacturing methods, manufacturing engineering forms, operation sheets, routings, and procedures.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing process issues by providing accurate and timely recommendations for resolution, while demonstrating exceptional internal customer service.
• Support new product introductions by optimizing the pre-production phase, implementing manufacturability corrections, and determining tooling and process types that maximize workflow efficiency.
• Generate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and/or engineering requests to support design updates and material change lists.
• Ensure routing operation times and related Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) control fields are properly established and accurate.
• Provide guidance and oversight to manufacturing engineers and document control coordinator assistants as required to meet project requirements and objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform assigned tasks while minimizing waste generation in accordance with company standards.
• Comply with environmental, occupational health, and safety policies.
• Maintain awareness of negative environmental impacts and occupational health and safety risks.
• Operate in alignment with environmental and occupational health and safety objectives, as well as applicable regulatory documents.
• Immediately report any environmental, health, or safety issues to the appropriate representatives.
• Provide suggestions for continuous improvement of the company’s environmental and occupational health and safety management systems.
• Participate in environmental and occupational health and safety projects and committee activities.

 Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering typically required, with 1–3 years of related experience. Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent. Background in Quality Control or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual English.
• Excel, level 3 – Intermediate/Advanced (Ability to develop macros and/or reports within standard application software).
• Solid knowledge of Design for Manufacturing / Design for Excellence (DFM/DFX).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or related design tools preferred.
• Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems and Lean Manufacturing techniques preferred.
• Strong computer literacy required.
• Experience using ERP systems, statistical methods, and knowledge of ISO 9000 / 2000 system requirements preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. 

What Happens After You Apply:

• Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.vistancenetworks.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en_US

Why Join Us? 

• Vistance Networks shapes the future of communications technology, pushing past what is possible. We deliver solutions that bring reliability and performance to a world always in motion. Our global team of innovators and employees are trusted advisors who listen to customers first, then deliver value.

• RUCKUS Networks delivers purpose-driven enterprise networks that enable superior business outcomes in demanding environments. Our solutions combine AI-powered automation, proactive network assurance, and context-aware security, providing exceptional performance with simplified management.

• If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at Vistance Networks.

• Vistance Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans.