Principal Manufacturing Engineer

This Position is located in Mason/Cincinnati OH and will be onsite. Must be able to commute or relocate to Cincinnati OH for this position to be considered.   POSITION SUMMARY: A Principal Manufacturing Engineer is a high level, experienced manufacturing/process engineer and is accountable for developing and maintaining capable and stable manufacturing processes to meet product quality standards/requirements.   The role is responsible for process development and improvement, and tooling and fixture development and improvement both internally at AtriCure, and externally at key suppliers.  A principal manufacturing engineer may also be involved in development of process analytics for preemptive defect control, process documentation and process layout & material logistic flow.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: Experienced member of the manufacturing engineering team responsible for the development, qualification, implementation and support of new manufacturing processes and equipment Design and develop fixtures in CAD prototypes for manufacturing and assembly Is considered a subject matter expert in at least 2 major areas of manufacturing engineering Ensures continuous improvement in process, cost, quality and production Responsible for leading/mentoring members of the Manufacturing/Process Engineering Teams Supports and drives a DFM (design for manufacturability) focused culture within the PD teams and the operations organization Supports and drives a Lean processes and continuous improvement culture within the PD teams and the operations organization Develop business, operational and financial strategies, plans and programs that foster the achievement of organizational objectives  Translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plans Read blueprints and interpret technical specifications and illustrations Drive multiple initiatives at a rapid pace, making thoughtful recommendations with available data   ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: Regular and predictable worksite attendance Ability to work under fast-paced conditions Ability to make decisions and use good judgment Ability to prioritize various duties and multitask as required Ability to successfully work with others Additional duties as assigned   BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Eng., Biomedical Engineering or Mechanical Eng. or equivalent is required 15+ years (10 years + Masters) of experience: Experience in development of new manufacturing processes and the tooling/equipment required to implement the processes Demonstrated ability to design in CAD and prototype manufacturing/assembly fixtures Knowledge base in Lean Processes and Continuous Improvement Experience in Design for Manufacturability Experience with medical device design and manufacture Experience with process validation Previous class II or class III Medical Device manufacturing experience Possess a strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities.  Provide guidance in process and supplier selection when necessary. Self-motivated with strong time management skills Demonstrated ability to develop business, operational and financial strategies, plans and programs that foster the achievement of organizational objectives  Ability to translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plans Demonstrated possession of in-depth and current knowledge of industry best practices and the ability to implement the same Experience in technical report writing and verbal and oral communication skills Must be able to read blueprints and interpret technical specifications and illustrations Comfortable driving multiple initiatives at a rapid pace, making thoughtful recommendations with available data Active, high-energy communicator who drives a company vision/mission to align teams, critical resources, management, and stakeholders Creative thinker with exceptional process, analytical, management and relationship skills Problem solving/trouble shooting experience Ability to travel 10%   OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Ability to regularly walk, sit, or stand as required Ability to occasionally bend and push/pull Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check   #LI-RS1 #LI-ONSITE