Advanced Technology Engineer

Category:  Engineering
Location: 

Elkhart, IN, US, 46516-1167

NIBCO is a recognized leader in the flow control industry.  Headquartered in Northern Indiana, with a manufacturing history that spans over a century, NIBCO operates manufacturing facilities across the United States, as well as Mexico and Poland.  NIBCO is known by our customers for exceptional quality, commitment to on-time delivery, and outstanding product innovation.  Setting us apart from our competitors is our people.

If you're looking for a place where your hard work and great ideas make a difference--NIBCO is the place for you.

 

 

 

POSITION INFO:

The position is responsible for exploring new technology and working with the plants to determine its applicability within NIBCO.  Work with Corporate Product Engineering team on new products that may present a challenge based on the available manufacturing technology.  Once a new technology is identified, manage the project from funding appropriation through installation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Data analysis for existing, potential, & new equipment; build representative models of manufacturing scenarios (utilization, staffing, loading); review quality information (Cp, CpK) & establish equipment capability.
  • Evaluation of technologies – recognizing technologies that would be applicable within NIBCO; establish confidence that the equipment will be viable for many years; coordinate cost effective ways to physically prove a potential technology for NIBCO.
  • Prepare necessary information for the financial justification and work with the appropriate parties to complete the justification.
  • Work with supplier and plant to specify desired components and operational sequences.
  • Work with purchasing to develop acceptance criteria and finalize purchase orders.
  • Coordinate trials and acceptance of new equipment at the vendor location.
  • Coordinate installation and acceptance of new equipment at the NIBCO facility.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree required in manufacturing, engineering or equivalent.

TRAINING AND SKILLS:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
  • Ability to reach technical documents.
  • Project management experience.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

COMPETENCIES

  • Communication
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Contributing to Team Success
  • Customer Focus
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Technical/Professional Knowledge

 

NIBCO is committed to equal opportunity employment.  It is the policy of NIBCO to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Quality Products Since 1904

A recognized brand leader bringing flow control products and technologies to market, NIBCO has a history of success and innovation in the plumbing industry.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, we operate multiple manufacturing plants and distribution centers strategically located throughout the United States and globally, and offer more than 36,000 SKUs, including our NIBCO® family brands, Webstone®, Chemtrol® and Sure Seal®. 

Today, NIBCO is a fifth-generation, family- and associate-owned business. Since 1904, we’ve pioneered many quality products and processes.