275 Madison Avenue Suite 1500 New York, NY 10016 +1 212.949.9400 www.boyden.com/newyork SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (WALLINGFORD, CT) Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, the person will have constant interaction with the design, assembly, and quality teams as well as with the senior management. THE OPPORTUNITY This is the most promising opportunity for a fulfilling and profitable engineering career, especially if you want to have an impact, make a difference and do well by doing good. It is a great opportunity for an ambitious and high potential individual with experience in high-volume manufacturing environments to join our client firm in their next growth phase. She or he will be instrumental in shaping the manufacturing strategy of the firm and ultimately its success. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. She or he will recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods and controls and will coordinate manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Responsibilities: Evaluates and develops innovative manufacturing methods and systems which ensure technological advantage and competitiveness through process capability and control. Analyzes and plans resource utilization, space requirements, workflow, and equipment layouts, for maximum production throughput and optimum visibility. Plays a lead role on cross-functional, concurrent engineering design teams ensuring optimal design for manufacture, assembly, and quality. Works with design, production operators, and other manufacturing disciplines to continuously improve cost, quality, and delivery. Responsible for smooth production ramp-ups of new products ensuring all customers’ requirements are met or exceeded. Provides performance data for monitoring operational, quality, and product cost metrics. Advises on process capabilities and limitations to ensure alignment between product design and production. Plans and implements improved component designs and manufacturing processes. Works cross-functionally analyzing rejected materials to determine root cause and implement corrective actions. Interfaces with outside suppliers as necessary to ensure design specifications and quality expectations are met. Creates in process and incoming inspection guidelines as needed. Advises management on logistical considerations and their influence on cycle time, transportation and product costs. Administers workplace safety processes as defined by Occupational Safety and Health Administrator and industry guidelines. Manages hazardous waste distribution and disposal to ensure compliance with EPA and other regulatory requirements. THE PERSON: We seek a self-starter, hands-on, agile, adaptive and progressive individual with a passion for manufacturing and a strong motivation to grow with the organization. We look for someone who is comfortable in a fast paced, dynamic work environment and is not intimidated by change. A highly collaborative approach and a strong commitment to continuous improvement and Root Cause Corrective Action is required. Key requirements: 5+ years of experience and hands-on skills, preferably in a commercial high-volume manufacturing environment. Page 1 of 2 275 Madison Avenue Suite 1500 New York, NY 10016 +1 212.949.9400 www.boyden.com/newyork Knowledge of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques. Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software. Education: preferably a degree in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or other engineering discipline with relevant work experience (BS, MS level) Planning: ability to think ahead and plan over a 3-6 month time span. Management: ability to organize and manage multiple priorities. Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and production equipment. Product development. Quality orientation and attention to detail. Problem analysis and problem resolution. Able to train production associates in process and inspection techniques. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A strong team player comfortable contributing in a high performance team. THE COMPANY: Our client is a technology-centric, dynamic, up-and-coming company that is growing commercially and is the leader in on site gas generation, as well as being on the cutting edge of new green energy innovation. The company’s culture is driven by personal initiative combined with loyalty and commitment to the team. It values individuals with the ability to convert complex issues into simple solutions, excellent communication skills, and a strong sense of urgency in doing what it takes to get the job done. The company is a global leader in the design and manufacture of hydrogen energy and innovative gas solutions. Its hydrogen generators produce hydrogen from electricity and water in a clean and efficient process using its proprietary technology. At the same time, the firm electrochemically compresses the hydrogen for use and storage, reducing or eliminating the need for mechanical compression. The firm’s on-site hydrogen generation is a green leader in production of hydrogen for meteorological, lab, industrial and renewable energy capture uses. COMPENSATION: Compensation is commensurate with experience. The company provides comprehensive health and insurance benefits and competitive paid vacation time, sick leave, and holidays. CONTACT: Andrei Costache acostache@boyden.com 212-949-9400 Page 2 of 2