Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainable Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV."
Reporting directly to the Dover Director of Advanced Manufacturing Machining, the Advanced Manufacturing Machining Engineer is responsible for executing the manufacturing roadmap for optimizing machining processes, proper use of the equipment, design specifications, setup reviews, and new control strategies. AMME is responsible to lead and ensure that new equipment purchases are specified, sourced, qualified, and properly transitioned into mass production, meeting Dover and customer requirements and timing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Support and partner with OpCo to drive improving OEE through initiatives such as SMED, TPM, etc. for new and existing equipment.
- Work on Dover corporate strategy to work with OpCo to drive productivity by internalizing spend (Buy2Make) on new capex and existing equipment by maximizing machine utilization.
- Lead SMED Events - Lead Site CNC technology Assessments – Project Manage Site improvement activities
- Support and partner with OpCo to support on maturity journey for the Machining Excellence Playbook.
- Responsible for review and approve PFMEA, DFMEA, PPAPs, and Standard Operating Procedures SOP and ensure that manufacturing and operations comply with.
- Utilize continuous improvement methodology to improve internal processes.
- Provide technical development and deployment for new technologies related to machining to drive productivity improvements.
- Drive and support machining strategy on productivity improvement by maximizing asset utilization.
- Assist in the evolution of the equipment and perform acceptance evaluation accordingly.
- Identify, recommend, procure, and install machine shop equipment as well as ensure all equipment is thoroughly maintained and calibrated
- Support workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Must be able to handle multiple projects and multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Travel up to 70% may be required with initial project based in Germany and later reqquired to support other Dover owned sites in UK, Italy and other European locations.
Qualifications/Requirements/Desired Characteristics: - Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering, industrial technology, or equivalent mix of education and experience.
- Minimum five (5) years' experience in manufacturing engineering directly working with machining processes.
- Experience setting up and operating state-of-the-art machining equipment.
- Extensive experience in machining and maintenance.
- Well-versed in standard machine shop manufacturing processes and setups
- Strong experience with SolidWorks or another mechanical CAD system
- Highly experienced with a variety of precision conventional and advanced metrology systems (photogrammetry, CMMs, 3D imaging)
- Strong commitment to proper safety precautions in design and practice
- Strong understanding of Lean concepts.
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to interact with other departments.
- Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic environment
- Strong sense of urgency, accountability and highly objective oriented
- Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks, a self-starter with the ability to problem-solve.
- Clear, concise, and articulate communication skills - verbal, written, and listening.
- Strong team player, work ethic, and commitment to win the right way.
- Strong analytical skills, ability to think big, act small, and scale fast.
Key Accomplishments – Previous 12 Months - Demonstrated experience in successfully achieving machining startups.
- Proven experience developing/starting new manufacturing processes
- Demonstrated experience improving productivity by machining optimization
- Demonstrated experience improving OEE. And proven reduction in unplanned maintenance hours
- Demonstrated experience utilizing Advanced Product Quality Planning Methodology and the integrated product and process development techniques within it. (e.g., Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, I/PPAP, Standard Work).
- Proven success managing medium and large-scale projects from concept development through successful implementation. #LI-
Excellent compensation & benfits package. Career with a Centre of Excellence at Dover Corporation that can lead to further career progression within Dover and across its Global Operating Company network. Ability to travel & work within European locations.
