Manufacturing Engineer

Company Description

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

Job Description

We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Rexel USA team in Santa Clara, CA!

Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible to provide coordination between sales, operations, and suppliers to assist during the initial design, building, and structuring of bills of materials and all pertinent documentation for newly designed and first built products. The Manufacturing Engineer will execute a business development strategy by providing product selection assistance, accurately and efficiently processing requests for quotations and orders while offering a positive experience for our customers. Also responsible for the growth and development of the company's relationships and sales efforts for all Assembly Services Group accounts and vendors.

What You'll Do:

• Establish, develop, and maintain excellent working relationships with all assigned and prospective customers, suppliers, and co-workers
• Independently interpret and understand drawings and/or specifications. Follow processes and procedures per customer requirements
• Generate required CAD files and data for Enclosure Modification
• Actively participate in the development of new products and processes to promote business growth and productivity targets, including scale-up, equipment, and process qualification and validation
• Develop and implement improvements related to safety, quality, service, and cost (productivity) and provide technical support for manufacturing
• Participate and lead cross functional teams as necessary to meet project plans and objectives. Interface with external and internal stakeholders such as customers, sales, customer service, and vendors to provide necessary engineering input and outputs prior to release to the production floor
• Lead and manage Capital projects such facility layout, defining workflows to optimize and improve production processes, and tools needed to scale-up production activities
• Responsible for preparing and maintaining production schedules, costs, bills of material, design, material and system level documentation, assembly, and testing for assigned new projects
• Design, develop, and validate test equipment as required by the customer specifications.
• Perform Root-Cause Analysis on customer returned equipment and document the findings
• Display or demonstrate product knowledge and emphasize saleable features that will transition to market growth
• Maintain current knowledge of market conditions and trends; keep management informed of local competition and market conditions
• Oversee purchase, discount, and price files for customers; review files of existing customers as needed
• Assist and resolve customer requests and/or problems in a prompt and professional manner
• Review daily all relevant reports such as open order and open quote reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering or related experience with a Bachelor's degree
• 2+ years of manufacturing engineering or related experience with a Master's degree
• Electrical distribution industry experience preferred
• High School or GED - Required
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Required
• Graduate Degree - Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field
• Master's Degree in Engineering preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Prototype set up and production
• Editing and red-lining documentation
• Rockwell Automation Software Experience (Connected Components Workbench, RSLinx, RSNetworx, etc.)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software
• Possess strong organizational skills; attention to detail. Passion for creating high quality designs with attention
• Execute documented procedures on-site at customer facilities
• Demonstrate core competency around Rockwell Automation products and associated manufacturing technology

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%

Weight and Force Demands:

• Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%

Working Environment:

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20%

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

For the state of California only, the pay is $101,523.80 to $126,904.75, depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law.

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.