Manufacturing Engineer - Machining

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.   ITAR/EAR CRITERIA: Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status. Who is Materials Science Solutions (MSS)? IDEX Materials Science Solutions (MSS) is a business platform within IDEX Corporation that brings together a portfolio of industry-leading companies specializing in advanced materials, precision manufacturing, optics, coatings, ceramics, and engineered components. Serving customers in the semiconductor, space and defense, and precision forming industries, IDEX MSS partners with OEMs to solve complex engineering challenges through innovative materials science expertise and coordinated global support. From concept development and prototyping to high-volume production, the organization delivers high-performance, mission-critical solutions that enable customers to advance cutting-edge technologies and achieve reliable, scalable results.  The Manufacturing Engineer leads manufacturing engineering support for one or more production value streams within the IDEX Center of Excellence (optical components, machined components, and/or optical coatings). Supports daily operations while simultaneously identifying opportunities for improvement and advancement.  In additional to the technical requirements, the successful candidate for this role will be highly skilled in cross-departmental communication and documenting engineering DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Provides technical support and guidance to the production team, coordinating with other engineering team members as required. Designs and develops fixtures, tools, prototypes, and other production support items using SolidWorks. Maintains and improves technical documentation, including design records, routings, bill of material, and work instructions. Trains operators and technicians. For new products, leads and/or participates in the design and development process, including configuration management and production approval processes. Teams with Quality Assurance to initiate and lead root cause investigations with containment plans and corrective and preventative actions. Identifies, recommends and drives process and capability improvements. Develops and maintains safe work practices SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Independent initiative and ability to efficiently acquire substantial knowledge of IDEX manufacturing processes, procedures and products. Work effectively with minimal supervision. Superb creativity and problem-solving skills. Communicate effectively through email, presentations and technical documents. Strong time management and prioritization skills. Ability to make decisions in high-stress situations. Curiosity and a growth mindset. Comfortable around heavy industrial machinery. Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment Comfortable training others including engineers and technicians. Supports company values including ethical conduct and high integrity in all actions. PROFESSIONAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS Required: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, optomechanical engineering,