Manufacturing Engineer

Company: Atkore
Location: Kokomo
Posted on: July 31, 2022

Job Description:

Atkore is forging a future where all Atkore brands, suppliers, employees, customers, partners and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions to power and protect the world. With approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore manufactures electrical conduit, cable management systems, armored cable, metal framing, and security products and solutions is a recent recipient of a Great Place to Work - certification. Atkore's commitment to quality, delivery and value helps customers realize their vision. Atkore forges relationships and shapes the future with breakthrough results, enhanced technology, and innovative product offerings.Atkore, a recipient of a Great Place to Work - certification, is currently searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to be based out of Kokomo, IN. Reporting to Plant Manager, this person will be responsible for continuously monitoring and adapting safety procedures and operations to ensure a safe and fully compliant work environment for all employees.Additional Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Adherence to Atkore Safety / Life Saving Rules is paramount
• Facilitate & participate in concept brainstorming & strategy sessions.
• Work as a "hands-on" Engineer developing and troubleshooting product lines as related to design, material, or process.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships throughout the sales cycle. The Manufacturing Engineer would be responsible for working directly with the contractor and end user to design build the Cable Management package in the desired space. Gains customer acceptance by explaining and demonstrating cost reductions and operations improvements
• Plan and design experiments and conduct data analysis in support of product lines.
• Design and implement test methods and equipment to support product development.
• Responsible for research & engineering documentation.
• Solve complex problems and make sound design recommendations.
• Provide technical assistance for troubleshooting & diagnosing design and manufacturing quality problems.
• Provides product, service, or equipment technical and engineering information by answering questions and requests
• Interface with manufacturing team to prototype and build custom solutions for customers
• Engineering support for Atlanta manufacturing operations
• Drive New Product Development by managing and contributing to projects
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; advising customer on product, service, or equipment adherence to requirements; advising customer on needed actions
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Able to travel (10%)Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
  • 5-7 years' experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Aptitude in AutoCAD / SolidWorks
  • Ideal candidate must be self-motivated with a proven track record in product and service sales and knowledge of technology
  • Excellent communication, presentation skills and analytical skills.
  • Comfortable in the dynamic atmosphere of a technical organization with a rapidly expanding customer base. Must possess strong presentation skills and be able to communicate professionally in written responses to emails, RFPs, and when submitting reports
  • Organized and analytical, able to eliminate sales obstacles through creative and adaptive approaches
  • Innovative problem solver
  • Experience and familiarity of our products and line of business a plus
  • All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability
  • Please list experience, qualification; or prior success in any position at Atkore on your resume.Our Culture Drives ValueAtkore's culture is created from the disciplined use of the Atkore Business System (ABS), which is a critical part of our mission and a foundational system based on excellence in People, Strategy, and Processes, tied together with Lean Daily Management (LDM) to manage and sustain the business we have today, and Strategy Deployment Process (SDP) to create the business we aspire to become.Having the right talent in the right roles enables successful ABS execution, improves our customer's experience, and delivers breakthrough results. Said another way, that's how we win!Great Leaders Drive ValueAtkore is committed to creating an engaged and aligned workplace that helps drive an accountable and performance-based culture. Our team possesses a willingness to strive for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company after robust debate. We consistently live the Atkore mission, learn our strategic priorities and link behaviors to those priorities, all in a way that's consistent with our core values. Together, we build stronger leaders and improve customer satisfaction which positively increases the overall value of the enterprise.Atkore Delivers Value to YouAtkore International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate because of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital or family status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Atkore International is a diverse company that believes its employees are the foundation for investing in its future, through the understanding that awareness and acceptance of our individual difference enhance inclusion and promote engagement and alignment. Diversity and inclusion are keys to growing our business and providing a work environment that fosters contributions by all employees.Our dedicated employees are recognized for their commitment to our customers and making our company better than it was the day before.Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

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