Manufacturing Engineer

Do you have a passion for laser-cutting processes? We’re hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for our Mississippi Operations in Raymond and Durant, MS.
If you possess: Associate degree in a technical discipline.
5+ years related industrial work experience.
Exposure to CNC equipment and/or controls in a machining or metal fabrication environment.
Hunter could be a great fit for you! Family owned since 1946, Hunter Engineering is the global industry-leader in wheel alignment systems, wheel balancing systems, vehicle inspection systems, and more.
Hunter equipment, made in America, is approved, and used by vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and dealers in over 130 countries.
Hunter was named a 2023 finalist for Best Places to Work award by St.
Louis Business Journal.
As a Manufacturing Engineer: What you will do: Support and strive towards safe operations in all facets of the manufacturing facility.
Plans and executes the overall laser cutting strategy by studying production plans, part models/drawings, materials, specifications, and machine parameters.
Improves machine throughput and uptime using a data-driven approach.
Troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, inspect, and validate laser cutting equipment.
Collaborate with the plant staff and outside vendors regarding installations, upgrades, modifications, repairs, and spare or emergency parts.
Perform equipment failure analysis and work with a team to develop a preventive or predictive maintenance solution.
Initiate projects and develop cost estimates with supporting data for financial justification.
Develop and lead training sessions for operators and maintenance technicians.
Create and maintain technical documentation including work instructions, procedures, troubleshooting guides, and maintenance tasks.
Other assignments as deemed appropriate by the manager.
Additional Qualifications Include: Associate degree in a technical discipline required.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other related technical discipline preferred.
5+ years related industrial work experience.
Exposure to CNC equipment and/or controls in a machining or metal fabrication environment required.
Industrial laser-cutting knowledge or experience preferred.
Knowledge of industrial machine controls and automation including the following: solid-state circuitry, electronics, robotics, electrical-mechanical devices, motors/drives, wiring diagrams and schematics, computers, etc.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of Products: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Experience using Microsoft Project, AutoCAD 2D.
Hunter Fosters a Culture of: Innovation & Continuous Improvement Appreciation & Recognition Advancement Opportunities Pay for Performance Physical Demand & Work Environment: During a typical 8-hour shift, up to two-thirds of the day will require standing, walking, or sitting.
Required to occasionally reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Always have the ability to hear and talk.
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include color and peripheral vision, close vision, and distance vision.
Must have depth perception to judge spatial relationships.
During a typical 8-hour shift, exposure to mechanical and moving parts is frequent.
Exposure to fumes and airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions is occasional.
Exposure to moderate noise at times is occasional.
Some Benefits and Perks Include: Industry Leading Healthcare Industry Leading Profit-Sharing Plan w/ Safe Harbor Contribution Generous Paid Time Away Tuition Reimbursement Program Parental Leave Hunter Engineering does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.
Please do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship (e.
g.
, H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) now or in the future.
Our people come first as we aim for excellence.
We value work/life balance and take pride in our culture of excellence, respect, innovation, teamwork, and service to others.
Will you join us in our mission to ‘align people and innovation to drive excellence?’ IND2