Associate Mechanical Manufacturing Value Engineer

About the role

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is hiring an Associate Mechanical Manufacturing Value Engineer in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. The role drives mechanical cost reduction, manufacturability improvements, supplier optimization and quality enhancements across new and existing products. It works closely with Mechanical Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, Supplier Quality and external fabrication partners, and is hybrid with about two days per week in an HPE office.

Key responsibilities

• Drive value engineering initiatives focused on mechanical cost reduction, quality improvement and manufacturing efficiency.
• Support fabrication technologies including sheet metal, machining, die casting, plastic injection molding, extrusion and mechanical assemblies.
• Collaborate with contract manufacturers, ODMs and fabrication suppliers to optimize manufacturing processes and reduce product costs.
• Identify tooling, material and process improvement opportunities that improve quality and lower total product cost.
• Analyze manufacturing, supplier and field quality data to find improvement opportunities and corrective actions.
• Participate in root cause investigations of product, assembly and process failures and drive closure of corrective actions.
• Support qualification of new suppliers, processes, tooling and components, and support supplier audits and manufacturing assessments.
• Communicate technical recommendations and business cases supporting cost reduction and manufacturing improvements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Typically 2-5 years of experience in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering, Value Engineering, Product Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with mechanical fabrication processes and manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of mechanical component design, materials, tolerances and manufacturing methods.
• Advanced English level.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and CAD systems such as SolidWorks or equivalent.
• Ability to evaluate product designs for cost, manufacturability, quality and scalability.
• Root cause problem-solving and analysis of yield, quality and cost data.
• Knowledge of supplier development, process qualification and manufacturing validation.

What we offer

• Benefits supporting physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
• Programs for personal and professional development.
• Inclusive workplace with flexibility to manage work and personal needs.

Up to 10% domestic and international travel may be required. HPE is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities.