METHODS ENGINEER
Scope of Position:
Reporting to the Manager – Product Definition, the Methods Engineer is responsible for developing manufacturing integration concepts, determining assembly processes/sequences, manufacturing bill of materials, and tooling requirements while ensuring compliance with engineering requirements and maintaining configuration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop manufacturing plans and tooling requirements based on advanced engineering concepts and forecasted production rates.
- Estimate assembly flow-time, production hours, and parts count for new project proposals.
- Conduct feasibility studies for manufacturing automation.
- Determine assembly breaks and parts separation to suit plant layout and capacity.
- Conduct design reviews and deliver technical presentations on manufacturing plans.
- Plan, sequence, and maintain methods instructions for major and final assemblies.
- Provide advisory support to production and related departments on methods processes, cost, and schedule improvements.
- Offer technical assistance to production and serve as a technical interface between engineering, quality, tooling, and production teams.
- Investigate, analyze, and provide corrective actions to resolve acute and chronic production issues related to processes and tooling.
- Perform detailed analysis and provide necessary inputs for raising engineering change requests.
- Incorporate engineering dispositions into rework instructions to restore non-conforming parts and assemblies to the originally designed product integrity and quality.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in methods engineering in the aerospace sector, preferably on Bombardier programs.
- Proficient in interpreting engineering 2D drawings and 3D models; familiarity with Bombardier aerospace tools and standards.
- Knowledge of aerospace Material Review Board (MRB) processes and production shop floor practices is desirable.
- Excellent understanding of aircraft structure and system installation technical requirements.
- Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, sequence of installation, and requirements for functional test procedures.
- Comprehensive understanding of aircraft materials and hardware, industry practices and standards, as well as aeronautical engineering standards and specifications.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, sound engineering judgment, high sense of commitment, and willingness to accept responsibilities while acting independently.
- Initiative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in aerospace, mechanical, or industrial engineering.