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Job Description

The Manager, Manufacturing Engineering plays a vital role in the development and refinement of manufacturing processes and procedures, driving a culture of continuous improvement. This Manager will lead the Manufacturing Engineering team tasked to identify opportunities for ongoing improvement and to achieve the highest possible levels of product quality and manufacturing efficiency. By engaging effectively with cross-functional partners within the business, the team will drive manufacturing improvement projects and educate stakeholders related to manufacturing best practices. This position will develop and lead initiatives to increase the output capability of the manufacturing facility, reduce manufacturing waste and cost, yield the highest levels of product quality, and track progress through the use of metrics and key performance indicators (KPI's).

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Propose and evaluate alternative designs from a manufacturing perspective utilizing DFMA (design for manufacturing/assembly), PFMEA (process failure mode and affect analysis) and lean design and manufacturing principles.
• Review engineering drawing and evaluate appropriate manufacturing tools, fixtures, processes, CNC programs, bills of material or routings with the Manufacturing Engineering team and Suppliers.
• Identify, specify, document and implement manufacturing methods, procedures, tooling and equipment required to support manufacturing in the introduction of new and changed products and processes.
• Review and analyze manufacturing procedures, make recommendations for design and/or manufacturing methods and coordinate projects which will result in economical manufacturing costs and/or enhanced quality.
• Close coordination with Production Manager to support manufacturing process needs and alleviate constraints, including input to production technician training programs.
• Coordination of New Product Introduction and Engineering teams to improve New Product Introduction design for manufacturability, reliability, and serviceability.
• Cross-functional coordination to develop and maintain a comprehensive equipment management process, in-house fixture and tooling requirements, preventative maintenance requirements to increase our overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), and fulfillment of the quality measurement system specifications.
• Work with the quality organization to ensure thorough and timely dispositions of non-conforming material in order to maintain continuity of production and containment of problems before they reach the customer.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate manufacturing process performance metrics (KPI's).
• Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner in all interactions; support the philosophy of the organization to provide high performing technology to maximize customer satisfaction
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field required; engineering preferred
• Minimum 7 years of engineering experience with at least 2 years of formal supervising experience
• Proven track record of managing teams and driving manufacturing improvement projects
• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to contribute to and work on project teams.
• Capability to identify gaps and critical needs to meet team objectives.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills including daily communications with the team and with internal customers. Proven ability to coach and enable team development.
• Application of 8D, Six-Sigma or other standard problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong organization and analytical skills; detail oriented.
• Proven experience with 5S to help drive workplace organization.
• Uncompromising dedication to product quality
• Strong organization and analytical skills; detail-oriented.
• Experience with a variety of software systems and information tools such as ERP systems, MS Excel, MS-Access and others.
• Capacity to balance multiple projects to completion.
• Ability to manage a budget/understand fiscal responsibility concepts
• In-depth knowledge and demonstration of engineering principles and practices, components, and relevant software tools
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Effective communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations
• Must be driven and self-motivated.
• Must possess the highest ethical standards and a commitment to work quality.
• Role model for high standards of professionalism
• Results-oriented and driven work style
• Excellent task-oriented follow-through.

Pay Rate

$106,500.00 - $170,400.00We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:

✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply.

✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.

✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire

✓401(k) with 5% company match

✓Bonus eligibility

✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time

✓Paid Holidays

✓Wellness Reimbursement Program

✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement

✓Employee Referral program

✓Employee Assistance Program

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.