Manufacturing Engineer

Description

Position at Thompson Pipe Group-Dallas

Thompson Pipe Group - Dallas: Manufacturing Engineer

What We Offer:

Thompson offers a variety of benefit plans and a company matched 401K retirement plan

$1,000 referral bonuses

Life and Supplement Life

Employee Discounts

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Company Events

Training and Development

Career Advancement Opportunities

Who We Are

Thompson Pipe Group is a privately held family business of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers based in Rialto, California. From the humble beginnings, we built a family of products to meet the needs of all kinds of infrastructure. Each generation of products is better than the previous.

Thompson Pipe Group is now the largest and most diverse drainage, sanitary, pressure and trench-less pipe provider, with manufacturing locations across the country and serving not just the US but all North America. Please visit our website at

Overview:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing Tooling and equipment used in our manufacturing processes. This role involves extensive use of CAD software (SolidWorks) to create detailed designs that enhance production efficiency, ensure product quality, and maintain safety standards. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

- Design and develop tooling and other equipment to support manufacturing operations.

- Use CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) to create detailed 3D models and engineering drawings.

- Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for new equipment and tooling designs.

- Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure designs meet operational needs.

- Perform testing and validation of new tooling and equipment to ensure functionality and performance.

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to tooling and equipment performance.

- Develop and maintain documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, and maintenance guidelines.

- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve manufacturing processes.

- Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

- Provide technical support and training to production staff about tooling and related equipment.

- Lead the introduction of production tooling and equipment, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.

- Procure all components and materials for tooling and equipment.

- Collaborate closely with engineers assigned to projects to understand final product requirements and incorporate them into equipment and tooling designs.

- Serve as a key member of the new product team to ensure project timelines are met.

Education and Experience:

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in tooling and manufacturing equipment design within a manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated experience leading the introduction of new production equipment.

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and production equipment.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

Highly collaborative team player.

Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.

Knowledge of Metal Processing (plasma cutting, brake press, welding).

Computer skills - MS Office.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move products and supplies, up to 40 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. OT will be required as needed.

Travel:

Travel is expected.

Our location 800 County Road 209, Alvarado, TX 76009

*Must pass pre-employment drug Screening*

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Have a valid driver’s license

EOE/AA – M/F/Vet/Disability

Thompson Pipe Group – Dallas Equal Opportunity Employer, and we pride ourselves on recruiting, employing, training, compensating, and promoting regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

Full Time