Manufacturing Engineer

Hammond Power Solutions Inc. is a global manufacturer headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. HPS has grown to become the leader in North America in the custom design and manufacture of dry type transformers. For the past century, HPS has grown to deliver electrical power solutions to global markets and provides solutions for complex applications like, mining, rectifier, drives, traction, wind, solar and many other electrical power applications. The world relies on HPS to continually conceive and produce state-of-the-art transformer technology. We currently have an opening for a Manufacturing Engineer come grow with us! Key Responsibilities include: Process Improvement and Efficiency Evaluates and improves existing manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators. Works with Process Engineering Manager to develop new manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors. Creates and maintains records of standard work (Operational Method Sheets). Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work content, workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout. Provides continuous improvement ideas as related to cost savings and safety. Update routings and maintains process database. Update layouts for work centers, cells, assembly lines and plants. Under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the Associate Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for documented cost reduction and productivity improvement results in specific areas of assignment. Project Management and Execution Oversee existing and new projects from start to finish, including project plans, task lists, timelines, and reports. Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Support Works with Process Engineering Manager to develop and maintain working relationships with Design Engineering, Quality Assurance, Materials Management, Production, and other cross-functional teams to ensure products produced are consistent with design, quality, and cost requirements. Works with the Process Engineering Manager to design, justify and purchases machinery, equipment and fixturing as needed by production and new product design. Serves as a manufacturing engineering resource for other departments and cross-functional work teams. Safety and Quality Assurance Documented Safety improvements through reactive and proactive reports. Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes. Recognizes shop safety and health considerations, safe work practices, safe machines, tools, and equipment, and promotes their adoption. Technical Development and Knowledge Sharing Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies and departmental cross-training. Utilize Lean tools like time studies, kaizens, standard work, and spaghetti diagrams, etc. as needed. Subject matter expert in assigned area. Other duties as assigned. Do you qualify? We are seeking: Experience working with automation equipment and a thorough understanding of electrical equipment is preferred. Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Strong communication and presentation skills. Strong teamwork skills with willingness/ability to lead change. Ability to prioritize and manage competing projects. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and using Continuous Improvement tools/concepts. Experience w…

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