At Trane Technologies TM and through our businesses including Trane ® and Thermo King ® , we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.Job Summary：This role supports Helmer Scientific, part of Trane Technologies Life Sciences Portfolio. Helmer Scientific designs, integrates, manufactures, markets, and distributes specialized medical and laboratory equipment to clinical and life science customers in over 125 countries, as well as provide after-market service and support.This Advanced Manufacturing Engineer designs and develops manufacturing processes and systems focused on exceeding quality, cost, and schedule requirements within the fabrication department. The role develops and defines concepts and processes for, and integral to, new product and product enhancement programs as well as coordinates and integrates specialized equipment, processes, and techniques into a lean manufacturing environment. This individual would be considered a specialist on complex technical issues and work independently on capital equipment justification, acquisition, implementation, and validation throughout the value stream as well as provide oversight of fabrication routing, time studies, layout, staffing and capacity calculations while leading the transfer of machine designs and process changes to operations.Responsibilities:
Promotes Helmer values as demonstrated in personal productivity and quality of work, management of internal/external relationships, actively seeking out and participating in Continuous Improvement practices, and willingness to engage and support team initiatives.
Possess the ability to work independently and collaboratively on complex business projects.
Experience with design for manufacturing and design for automation
Automation integration and programming experience
Evaluate and implement innovative, cost effective, safe, manufacturing processes and techniques, which will improve the effectiveness of the manufacturing operations and business systems.
Develop manufacturing planning, initial tooling requirements and costs, capability requirements, control plans, and assessments, which facilitate the definition and specification of the manufacturing processes.
Provide technical expertise and leadership for the timely resolution of manufacturing process and product design problems.
Develop and implement manufacturing flows, workstation layouts and organization, and station controls, which optimize value added operations, operating costs, and product / process quality.
Integrate closely with various functional team members collaborating while enhancing design for manufacturability and ease of integration to manufacturing facility.
Project management knowledge and skills. Estimates the time and resources required to complete a project for self and cross-functional partners. Develops plan and process for viable project.
Lead and support capital equipment procurement, implementation, and qualification throughout value stream
Design, build and document fixtures, gauges and/or inspection tools as needed
Support engineering prototype management for existing and new product introduction.
Other Responsibilities:
Support implementation of actions in response to safety incidents and near miss.
Provide guidance to support maintenance in troubleshooting/repairing fabrication and operation equipment as required.
Create and maintain fabricated part Bill of Materials, routing, and labor requirements.
Provide guidance to support Maintenance and facilities with building upgrades/repairs as needed.
Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
SAFETY SENSITIVE : This role has been designated by the company as Safety SensitiveWork Arrangements : On-site (Noblesville, Indiana)Qualifications:Relative Work Experience and Education:
Minimum 7 years related engineering experience in manufacturing and/or fabrication environment experience required.
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing (preferred), Industrial and/ or Mechanical Engineering required.
Experience justifying, implementing, and validating capital equipment
Sheet metal fabrication process and equipment experience a plus
Previous experience with automation equipment, sensors, and tooling preferred
Experience with a variety of industrial controls and applications is preferred.
Experience with reading & reviewing equipment drawings, equipment electrical system diagrams, and equipment mechanical layout diagrams.
Understanding of mechanical systems in a semi and fully automated industrial application is preferred.
Certifications / Licenses:
Formal lean manufacturing training preferred.
PMP or equivalent project management certification a plus
Six Sigma, RedX or equivalent problem-solving certification a plus.
Computer Systems / Software:
Familiar with (or strong desire to learn and master) Microsoft Office applications.
Autodesk CAD/Inventor experience required.
SQL database development and Power BI dashboard development a plus.
Key Competencies:
Proficient knowledge of lean, automation, business systems, quality and product design as they relate to design for manufacturing principles and improving operator efficiency
Proficient knowledge of validation metrics and systems related to quality, cost, rate, and sustainability
Demonstrated ability to execute simultaneous complex projects
Knowledge of life cycle cost analysis, dimensional capability analysis, and capacity analysis.
Knowledge of methods, accepted practices, considerations and regulatory requirements associated with safety and protection of workers, environment and site.
Fosters an environment of trust and open communication from senior leadership to entry level operators.
Ability to promote collaboration and teamwork inside/outside the department to reach common goals; open to and solicits diverse views and opinions from others; breaks down barriers to build consensus.
Ability to actively partner with team members to provide them with pertinent information, techniques, instruction, feedback and encouragement to maximize their success on the job.
Strong communication skills directed towards training operations staff and actively participating in process conceptualization discussion, as well as justifying ideas with other organization functions
What’s in it for you:· Benefits kick in day one!· 6% 401K match· 3 weeks of vacation, plus paid holidays· Benefits: Trane-Technologies-Benefits-Offered.pdf (https://www.tranetechnologies.com/en/index/careers/benefits.html)Base Compensation Range is $90,000 - $125,500Disclaimer: This base salary range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.