Engineer Jobs in Iowa

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer Company: Byrnes & Rupkey, Inc. Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Supplier Quality Engineer, CQE or CORE, Six Sigma Green Belt training, Black Belt certification Education: 4-year Engineering degree required. Required skills: · 5+ years of manufacturing and supplier quality experience; · CQE or CORE status desired; · In-depth knowledge of quality management system standards; · Six Sigma Green Belt training required; Black Belt certification desired; · Lean Manufacturing experience desired; · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; · Skilled in using Ms Office, Access, and PowerPoint. Job Description: This position is with a growing, innovative manufacturing company and will be responsible for improving the supply base and internal quality systems. Duties include: Managing multiple commodity groups for continual performance improvement; Addressing day-to-day quality issues to minimize impact to the production environment; Driving continuous improvement; Using quality skills to continuously drive supplier performance improvements; Guiding and supporting the Quality Technicians on matters related to supplier quality. Please email your resume to Register to View Byrnes & Rupkey, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Recruiting firm.

Job Title: Sr Reliability, Maintainability & Safety Engineer (PE) Company: Rockwell Collins Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Job Responsibilities and Expectations: Reliability and Maintainability Engineer with a demonstrated history of supporting system design and integration tasks for large military systems, or system-of-systems, designs. System Engineering knowledge and experience is highly desired. The individual selected for this position will be responsible for providing support to development programs, which may include performing the following tasks: system analysis with the purpose of identifying and defining system level Reliability and Maintainability requirements; completion of reliability, maintainability, and testability predictions and analyses (e.g., MTBF, MTBUR, MTTR, BIT, etc.); performing maintainability demonstrations (M-Demo) and Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT).Other tasks may include proposal writing and preparing estimates of support. You may also be tasked with leading or participating in Lean / process improvement activities.Qualifications:Superior communication skills (both verbal and written) are of primary importance for this position. Prior experience in effectively communicating with internal and external customers is required. The candidate must be able to present technical information in a clear, concise, and understandable manner.· Must be able to effectively interface with design engineering, software engineering, systems engineering, project management, program management, and the Customer to provide RM leadership and support.A key aspect of this position is supporting large military system, or system-of-system, developments. The candidate must be able to analyze system level reliability and maintainability requirements, and then decompose and allocate those requirements to subsystems and components. System engineering experience is highly desirable.Prior experience in the area of reliability predictions (e.g., MTBF) and Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMEA/FMECA) is a must.· Experience with using Relex ™ Studio is a plus.Implementation and support of a Failure Reporting Analysis and Corrective Action System (FRACAS) is an expected element of a candidates prior work history. This includes participating on and leading a Failure Review Board (FRB) chartered with improving product reliability.Experience with performing various testability and maintainability analysis, which may include: Built-In Test (BIT) design and verification analysis, predictions (e.g., MTTR), and performance of BIT/maintainability demonstration tests (e.g., M-Demo).Prior experience planning and conducting Highly Accelerated Life Tests (HALT) and implementing production Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS) is desirable. Willingness to learn and apply Accelerated Stress Screening techniques is a must.Applicant must be able to manage the RM effort on programs to ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget.Experience using Microsoft Office tools (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) is expected.Job Requirements and Preferences: Candidates must have, at a minimum, a 4 year Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (i.e., BSEE) or related discipline and 6 years (normally 9-12 years) of applicable work related experience. The candidate must demonstrate they have superior communication skills as a primary responsibility for this position will be frequent interaction with internal and external customers to address technical issues.This position requires an individual that can perform with minimal direct supervisory support. As such the candidate must be highly motivated and a self-starter. The ability to coordinate several projects and complex engineering activities while balancing priorities and schedules is a must.Knowledge of design and development processes is expected. Must possess a desire to investigate problems to the root cause and then champion the creation and implementation of corrective actions.Each candidate selected for an interview will be evaluated on the following criteria: Education, prior experience, domain knowledge, communication skills and leadership abilities.The individual must be able to obtain a US DoD Security Clearance.

Job Title: Experimental Test Facility Engineer Company: Electro-Motive Diesel, Inc Location: Clarion, IA Description: Electro-Motive Diesel, Inc. (EMD) is a fully integrated locomotive supplier. The company's headquarters, engineering facilities and parts-manufacturing operations are located in LaGrange, Illinois, just west of Chicago. Final assembly is conducted at EMD's state-of-the-art plant at London, Ontario, from which EMD products are exported to customers around the world.EMD is also a global provider of aftermarket parts and services, as well as diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs, and stationary power generationThe Key Job Elements Include:(1) Design unique instrumentation application, control systems, and mechanical fixturing solutions. (2) Coordinate the design and modification of our existing test facility to support critical test programs.(3) Develop technical solutions to address poor facility availability and reliability issues.(4) Identify and coordinate the procurement of off the shelf instrumentation packages necessary to support Engineering Test programs.(5) Diagnose and repair facility instrumentation equipment.(6) Assures effectiveness of test and data collection systems.(7) Uses analytical techniques to verify and confirm / validate test data.(8) Calibration of test equipment and instrumentation.(9) Assist with and provide basic instrumentation support. (10) Travel as required.(11) Experienced with basic test instrumentation (multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies).(12) Experienced with the measurement of mechanical and electrical parameters.(13) Experienced with analog and digital signal conditioning and filtering.(14) Experienced with digital data acquisition and reduction systems.(15) Experienced with transducer and instrumentation calibration and maintenance.Qualifications (Required):BSEE or BSME; High level of oral and written communications skills; High level of interpersonal and team skills; High level of mechanical and electrical aptitude; Experienced with Microsoft Office; Experienced with Data acquisition system and Electrical test equipment; Basic understanding of 6 sigma philosophy’s and tools; Demonstrated ability to address and resolve complex technical problems on end product; Minimum of 4 years Experience.Qualifications (Preferred): Six sigma green belt or higher; Experience with large diesel engine test facilities; Understanding Diesel engine principles.We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform preemployment substance abuse testing.Ability to work in a Team Environment,Analytical Ability,BS - Electrical Engineering,BS - Mechanical Engineering,Effective Oral & Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal skills,Six Sigma Certification (Preferred)

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer - Design to Cost (DTC) Company: Rockwell Collins Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Summary:This position is for a Sr. Systems Engineer to join the Design to Cost (DTC) team of the Engineering & Technology organization.  The primary focus of this position will be to provide DTC support for product design and development efforts throughout Rockwell Collins. Design to Cost provides project teams with a leadership role for achieving recurring cost requirements through the application of innovative cost reduction strategies.  Design to Cost offers great opportunities for a diverse work environment, playing a critical role in key business pursuits and product development efforts in both the commercial and government business units of the company.  DTC team members enjoy a very dynamic role, gaining exposure with all levels of leadership in a wide variety of product types. Principal Accountabilities: * Identify drivers of cost and propose alternative solutions for cost reductions.* Provide project teams with a single point of contact for low cost solutions by coordinating the involvement of low cost enabling functions (design for manufacturability, design for testability, Strategic Sourcing, Application Engineering, etc.)* Be able to support complex systems utilizing cost reduction techniques relevant to mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing variables.* Establish new approaches and techniques to achieve continuous improvement in product development processes.* Be responsible for validating cost requirements/targets against pertinent businessplan(s) and programmatic expectations.* Perform or direct others in the performance of cost analysis, and the proactive achievement of cost goals for complex systems and products under development.* Estimate costs and participate in preparation of proposals and presentations.* Perform or direct others in the performance of assignments requiring the use and application of moderate to advanced engineering economics principles and techniques and analyze and understand systems requirements and design in terms of cost impacts and attributes.* May serve as project leader coordinating the efforts of other professionals and technical support personnel.* Knowledge of business & technical consistent processes.* Ability to diagnose problems and recommend alternative solutions.* Knowledge of principles and techniques commonly used in product development.* Performs assignments requiring the use and application of moderate to advanced electronic engineering principles and techniques. Knowledge and Skills: An MBA degree is desirable but not required. The successful candidate must possess leadership attributes including an ability to communicate with a wide variety of technical and management personnel and coordinate several projects while balancing priorities and schedules.  The candidate should also have:Background in product design, development, and factory transitionBasic technical knowledge in Electrical, Mechanical and Industrial EngineeringStrong understanding of system-level requirements and how they relate to recurring costGood understanding of engineering and manufacturing processesGood understanding of design trade-off techniquesGood understanding of estimating techniques.

Job Title: Weld Engineer with Metallurgy / Military specs experience Company: Byrnes & Rupkey, Inc. Location: Waterloo, IA Description: Welding Engineer, Metallurgy, Military contract, MIG, FCAW, SAW, robotic welding, Six Sigma, Lean Education: BS degree in Weld Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with Weld or Metallurgy emphasis. Required skills: 3+ years of Weld Engineering experience; Must have extensive knowledge of Military welding specs and working with Military contracts; Must have metallurgy degree or training; MIG, FCAW, SAW, GTAW, SMAW weld process applications and weld joint design; Knowledge or experience in mechanized, robotic welding; Knowledge or experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing concepts, Kaizen, 5S methodologies. Job Description: Family friendly, work/life balanced manufacturing company where you can make a difference! This position is responsible for managing the company’s welding/fabrication programs – both manual and robotic; and will also interpret Military specifications as designated by AWS. Duties include: Providing leadership and direction in for all welding/metallurgical processes; Developing new, efficient job procedures; Ensuring weld processes and equipment are in compliance with Military specifications, IOSHA, the company’s safety requirements, and ergonomic standards; Developing and recommending the most efficient weld sequences and processes; Troubleshooting manufacturing problems; Inspecting weld processes and procedures and coordinating resolutions, if necessary; Developing weld test procedures; Analyzing and planning space requirements, workflow and layout of equipment for maximum efficiency; Developing cost justifications; Evaluating new developments concerning welding/fabrication matters. Please email your resume to Register to View Byrnes & Rupkey, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Recruiting firm.

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer Company: Palmer Group Location: Iowa City, IA Description: Our manufacturing client has been building quality agricultural products for nearly a half century. They firmly believe in designing and building the best, most reliable products and are committed to hiring those who have that same commitment to quality. Due to growth they are seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to play a key role in their Lean Manufacturing initiative. Position Responsibilities: Assist in the facilitation of all Continuous Improvement (CI) activities for entire organization Create, initiate, help coordinate and execute all Lean activities and trainings, including value stream mapping, 5S, six-sigma, standard work procedures, etc. Create a close partnership with other areas of facility, including engineering, manufacturing and purchasing departments Overall supports costs saving initiativesPosition Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline Four or more years of related work experience Must be able to promote and support a continuous improvement culture Excellent problem solver Working knowledge of SPC (statistical process control) and lean manufacturing tools Previous experience and understanding of various lean manufacturing tools and how these tools can make a positive impact on an organization Six Sigma certification highly preferred Top notch problem solver and team playerWe are looking for a leader who wants a great opportunity to grow within an outstanding organization. Excellent compensation and benefits package is being provided. To learn more about this opportunity please email your resume

Job Title: Sr Mechanical Engineer - Design to Cost (DTC) Company: Rockwell Collins Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Summary:This position is for a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join the Design to Cost (DTC) team of the Engineering Technology organization. The primary focus of this position will be to provide DTC support for product design and development efforts throughout Rockwell Collins.Design to Cost provides project teams with a leadership role for achieving recurring cost requirements through the application of innovative cost reduction strategies. Design to Cost offers great opportunities for a diverse work environment, playing a critical role in key business pursuits and product development efforts in both the commercial and government business units of the company. DTC team members enjoy a very dynamic role, gaining exposure with all levels of leadership in a wide variety of product types.Principal Accountabilities:•Identify drivers of cost and propose alternative solutions for cost reductions.•Provide project teams with a single point of contact for low cost solutions by coordinating the involvement of low cost enabling functions (design for manufacturability, design for testability, Strategic Sourcing, Application Engineering, etc.)•Establish new approaches and techniques to achieve continuous improvement in product development processes.•Be responsible for validating cost requirements/targets against pertinent businessplan(s) and programmatic expectations.•Perform or direct others in the performance of cost analysis, and the proactive achievement of cost goals for complex systems and products under development.•Estimate costs and participate in preparation of proposals and presentations.•Perform or direct others in the performance of assignments requiring the use and application of moderate to advanced engineering economics principles and techniques and analyze and understand systems requirements and design in terms of cost impacts and attributes.•May serve as project leader coordinating the efforts of other professionals and technical support personnel.•Knowledge of business technical consistent processes.•Ability to diagnose problems and recommend alternative solutions.•Knowledge of principles and techniques commonly used in product development.•Performs assignments requiring the use and application of moderate to advanced electronic engineering principles and techniques.Knowledge and Skills:An MBA degree is desirable but not required. The successful candidate must possess leadership attributes including an ability to communicate with a wide variety of technical and management personnel and coordinate several projects while balancing priorities and schedules. The candidate should also have:Background in product design, development, and factory transitionBasic technical knowledge in Electrical, Mechanical and Industrial EngineeringGood understanding of engineering and manufacturing processesGood understanding of design trade-off techniquesGood understanding of estimating techniques.