Manufacturing Engineer III

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years, and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are on a journey of continuous growth - now looking for our next star - a passionate Manufacturing Engineer. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and will work in Pompano Beach, FL.

About the position

As Manufacturing Engineer of the Pompano Beach team, you will be involved in finding and implementing better ways to manufacture product in the Dometic, Pompano Beach facility. The main goal of the manufacturing engineer is continuous improvement, and this is accomplished by utilizing a hands-on approach to the manufacturing process and employing Lean tools, six-sigma, TOC, and PFMEA to all phases of the operation. This requires positively interacting with shop floor personnel and the Product Engineering group when introducing new products or product revisions to the manufacturing team, therefore working in a team first environment is paramount. Successful outcomes are quantified by improved performance in safety, total quality, productivity, on-time delivery, throughput, yield, innovative solutions, and employee satisfaction.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end planning of manufacturing processes including layout, flow, assembly methods, cycle times, equipment, fixturing, and other related manufacturing costs.
• Calculate workspace requirements and design strategies/layouts to utilize floor space most effectively.
• Troubleshoot production problems and implement effective corrective actions that address root cause.
• Must be able to quantitatively improve existing products and manufacturing process outputs.

• Design, develop, test and/or source as well as cost-justify various machinery, equipment, and fixtures for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Support development teams in evaluating new product designs & manufacturing processes to ensure products will meet customer requirements.
• Create & implement supporting documentation with the manufacturing management team such as operator instructions, control plans, and process requirements.
• Perform equipment calibration and process/equipment capability studies.
• Develop training materials that facilitate faster aptitude gain and effectively deliver those materials in a team environment to ensure employees throughout the facility are properly trained.
• Responds to corrective actions/preventive actions in a timely manner.
• Investigate and respond to customer complaints in conjunction with Quality department.
• Develop and maintain a high level of product knowledge.
• Keep technical knowledge current by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, etc.
• Actively engage in and motivate and inspire hands-on problem solving across disciplines.
• Incorporates company vision and values into day-to-day activities and behaviors; guides and motivates others to remain committed to the Dometic philosophy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow, evolve with the company and take on new challenges.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

Skills & Requirements

A suitable background would be a solid experience within manufacturing engineering as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution: MS is a plus.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality Management System.
• A minimum of three (3) years working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in lean manufacturing is required.
• Mastery of Word, Excel, CAD and Solid works or Pro E.
• Brazing and welding skills preferred.
• HVAC/R knowledge is a plus.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Communicate clearly using written and verbal skills, fluent in English, and have the ability to present to senior management.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills; must have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Sense of urgency and self-motivation, ability to work independently and in team environments, must be able to problem solve complex situations and be resourceful.
• Must be able to teach and generate results while enhancing the Dometic work environment and supporting the Company philosophy.

Dometic's Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values - Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application. Selection is being made on a running basis. If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Jessica Perez at jessica.perez2@dometic.com.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.