Production Engineer I

Position title: Production Engineer I Reports to: Production Engineering Manager Department: Operations Location: Fort Collins, Colorado, On-site

General Description In-Situ Inc. is a leading manufacturer of innovative environmental monitoring equipment that protects our global water resources. We create industry leading products and solutions that focus on innovative design, high reliability, and world class manufacturing. As we develop a new generation of products, we are looking for a passionate, hands-on Production Engineer I who will help champion this effort. In-Situ's Production Engineer will lead operational best practices in a Lean Manufacturing environment. This role will develop systems and processes used in the manufacture and test of In-Situ's products. The Production Engineer will drive continuous improvements for safety, quality, delivery, and cost using lean principles and tools. The Production Engineering team consists of a broad range of engineering roles including Technicians, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, and Industrial engineers. The Production Engineer will support In-Situ's operations including Production/Manufacturing, New Product Introduction, Service and Repair, and In-Situ's Rental department.

In addition to providing an attractive offering to our customers, In-Situ also places a high value on engagement in our community, environmental projects, employee wellness and creating an open and fun work environment.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities Responsible for production cell uptime, prioritizing quality or material concerns that limit production. Responsible for production cell design and maintenance including manufacturing fixture design and fabrication. Engage with production engineering team and quality personnel to manage In-Situ's Material Review Board to discover root cause of quality issues and drive down scrap. Responsible for equipment calibration within production cells. Production cell co-ownership with production leads. Participate in Gross Margin Improvement initiatives that improve operational efficiencies and drive lower material and labor costs. Enthusiastically participate in In-Situ's change management and Scrum methodologies.

Position Qualifications Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States of America. Proficient in problem solving skills and implementing root cause countermeasures based on data and facts. Strong technical aptitude and ability to quickly process information. Undergraduate degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering. Strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally with operations, design, product management, technical support, and lab personnel. At least 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred.

Skills A keen sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize. Able to synthesize information from ambiguous situations, determine course of action, and progress work to closure. Willingness to take on a wide variety of responsibilities, being personally responsible for results. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High regard for both internal and external customer needs. Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 3D CAD experience desired (SolidWorks preferred).

Working Environment/Physical Activities This role is on-site, 5 days per week, in a Lean Manufacturing environment utilizing machines and materials, and depends on direct and daily communication with production personnel. Hybrid/remote work is not available for this role. General office environment with time spent each day in production areas and with cross functional teams. This role may require occasional travel (up to 10%).

Total Rewards Compensation: Compensation will be commensurate with the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as alignment with market data and internal comps. Salary Range: $65,000-$90,000 Ad itional Compensation: Participation in a Company-sponsored variable compensation plan. Benefits Available: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401(k) matching, Short and Long-Term Disability, Group Life/AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Will and Trust Preparation Services, Travel Assistance Services, 10 paid holidays per year (set by the company), 20 days FTO (Flexible Time Off) accrued evenly throughout the year and other ancillary benefits. Voluntary Benefits: Life, AD&D, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, FSA for Dependent Care, Health Savings Account, and other Supplemental Options. Additional Benefits: Paid Parental Leave, Continuing Education, Dependent Care, and Wellness Reimbursements.

In-Situ Inc. builds world-class environmental monitoring instruments ... and world-class careers! Please apply at https://in-situ.com/about/careers/ if the above qualifications are met. Please, no phone calls about this job. Principals only. Recruiters, please do not contact this job poster. Please do not contact the job poster about other services, products, or commercial interests.