Engineering Technical Development Program
Description: Merrill is excited to offer this 18 month training program where the candidate will learn fundamental skills of fabrication, machining, and processing side-by-side with experienced employees. The candidate will be immersed into Merrill’s APEX group learning Solidworks, CATIA, AutoDesk, Processing and ERP software. At the end of the 18-month program, the candidate will have opportunities in Merrill to further their career in a specific function. These opportunities include Mechanical Design, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Project Management, or continuing in the APEX group.
Job Functions:
- Work in our APEX group utilizing CAD and ERP software to process and route components and assemblies through our various manufacturing plants.
- Learning to read and interpret customer drawings, garner a solid understanding of advanced GD&T, and using that knowledge to transform drawings and concepts into products for our customers.
- Completing the structure, routing and drawings in a timely fashion to support the company goals.
- Evaluating, analyzing and implementing best practices for processing and releasing machining, fabrications and manufacturing projects to the shop floor.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical/manufacturing or industrial engineering or equivalent experience in the field.
- Must have a hands on approach to engineering and design of complex components and aerospace tooling.
- 0-5 years of experience in engineering in tooling and/or special machines.
- Ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate data and develop ideas, able to create machine concepts.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing processes.
- Solid computer skills in Windows, Microsoft Office Products.
- Strong ability to keep focused and attention to detail.
- The ability to work with well with people.
- Plan and carry out assignments and resolve most conflicts independently.
- Problem solver, organized, good written and verbal skills, and strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and multi-task.
- Preferences: College/Internship experience with common CAD systems such as CATIA, NX, CREO, SOLID WORKS, Inventor/AutoCAD.
About the Organization: MERRILL Technologies Group, Inc. consists of nearly 700,000 square foot of manufacturing floor space that has the capability to deliver innovative manufacturing solutions to Aviation, Defense, Heavy Equipment, Energy, Robotics and Machine Tool industries. Diverse capabilities allow MERRILL to be a single source manufacturer, of complex fabrications, precision machining of components and assemblies, mission-critical aviation and defense equipment, special purpose manufacturing systems, utilizing innovative engineering comprehensive project integration.
Why Join Our Team? We put 'precision' in manufacturing. Be part of a performance you can measure. Advance your career in a company that has Trusted Quality, Price and Delivery. With competitive pay and benefits, MERRILL is a leading company to become an Employer of Choice for our team members.
Health Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Health & Flexible Spending Account
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Other Benefits:
- Paid Vacation & Time Off
- 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours: 40-50 or more hours as needed to meet obligations and deadlines. Salaried position.
Shift: First
Travel: Up to several times a month in-between our facilities to assist in the finalized product
Location: Saginaw, MI
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All positions require use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. You will be required to present acceptable, original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work. You must present acceptable, original documents no later than the third work day, or you will not be employed by MERRILL: A KEEL Company.
MERRILL: A KEEL Company uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective June 2016.
Location: Wheeler Street
