Manufacturing Engineer I/II

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.  

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.  

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  

Level I:

Estimated annual base pay: $74,750 (minimum) - $84,500 (midpoint) - $104,000 (maximum)

Level II:

Estimated annual base pay: $77,000 (minimum) - $100,000 (midpoint) - $123,000 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.  

• 401(k) match (4.5%) 

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) 

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members   

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire 

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.  

• Paid parental leave.  

• Adoption Assistance   

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.  

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life  

• Member referral bonus  

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible spending  

• Voluntary benefits, including:   

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts  

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave  

Level I:

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Support: Provide technical support to troubleshoot basic process issues and assist operators in maintaining workflows. Document downtime trends and evaluate defective hardware for basic disposition actions such as rework or scrap.

• Manufacturing Process Ownership: Assist in creating and documenting basic manufacturing processes, ensuring workflows are captured accurately and reflect production requirements.

• Process Capability and Improvement: Collect data to support evaluations of process capability and identify minor issues in production processes.

• Production Documentation Management: Assist in maintaining and updating production documentation, including SOPs, process flow diagrams, and basic work instructions. Ensure documentation is organized and accessible.

• Project Support and Leadership: Tracking project milestones, maintaining documentation, and supporting basic project tasks.

Key Skills:

• Proficiency in basic manufacturing principles, software tools, and routine equipment support.

• Ability to calibrate liquid and air flow measurement equipment with guidance.

• Ability to check and adjust basic instruments such as pressure sensors, gauges, and manometers.

• Ability to calibrate temperature sensors using reference tools and standard test equipment.

• Understands how to verify measurement equipment is accurate and ready for use.

• Supports quality and production teams by providing reliable test data.

• Focuses on routine problem-solving and adherence to standard procedures.

• Demonstrates foundational communication and technical documentation skills.

• Prioritizes learning and following instructions rather than leading or initiating improvements.

• Can present ideas and recommendations to leadership as needed to support collaboration across departments.

• May assist in diagnosing and resolving complex issues in PCBAs, including identifying component failures, soldering defects, or design flaws.

• May work with design engineers to review PCB layouts and designs for manufacturability and reliability.

• May participate in DFMA reviews for PCBAs to identify potential production challenges.

• May support root cause analysis for recurring component or assembly failures and help recommend corrective actions.

Other Qualifications:

• 4 Year Bachelors BS OR 4+ years equivalent experience

• International - Bachelors BS/University degree equivalent by Country OR 4+ years equivalent experience

Level II:
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Support: Monitor production processes and identify inefficiencies through technical analysis. Implement small-scale process improvements, train operators on SOPs, and manage hardware disposition by evaluating defective or non-conforming hardware for repair, rework, or replacement.

• Manufacturing Process Ownership: Develop and maintain manufacturing processes for assigned areas, ensuring accuracy and consistency in workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine process steps and improve production efficiency.

• Process Capability and Improvement: Analyze process capability using statistical tools like SPC, identifying opportunities for improvement and driving small-scale enhancements.

• Production Documentation Management: Create and refine production documentation to ensure alignment with manufacturing standards and compliance requirements. Begin transitioning documentation to digital platforms for improved accuracy, accessibility, and collaboration.

• Project Support and Leadership: Manage small-scale manufacturing projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met under supervision.

Key Skills:

• Advanced expertise in manufacturing technologies, applications, and equipment calibration.

• Ability to independently calibrate liquid and air flow measurement equipment.

• Ability to check, adjust, and troubleshoot pressure sensors, gauges, and manometers.

• Ability to calibrate temperature sensors using reference tools and test equipment with minimal supervision.

• Ensures measurement equipment is accurate, validated, and ready for production or test use.

• Supports quality and production teams by delivering reliable and traceable test data.

• Strong analytical problem-solving capabilities to address moderately complex issues.

• Skilled in identifying and implementing process improvements for greater efficiency.

• Takes on informal leadership roles, guiding and mentoring less experienced team members.

• Demonstrates business acumen and adaptability to new technologies, contributing to broader organizational goals.

• Communicates effectively with stakeholders and teams on technical or strategic matters.

• Can present ideas and recommendations to leadership to support cross-functional collaboration.

• Leads efforts to diagnose and resolve complex issues in PCBAs, including identifying component failures, soldering defects, or design flaws.

• Works closely with design engineers to recommend changes to PCB layouts and designs to improve manufacturability and reliability.

• Conducts DFMA reviews for PCBAs to identify and mitigate production challenges.

• Conducts root cause analysis on recurring component or assembly failures and recommends corrective actions to improve reliability and product lifecycle performance.

Other Qualifications:

• 4 Year Bachelors BS OR 6+ years equivalent experience

• ASQ CCT Certification preferred

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws. 

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