Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Are you looking for a great opportunity in Aiken, South Carolina? Come join our team at Emerson Discrete Automation. We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Engineer. We have a great opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer or Industrial Engineer who is eager to grow with our company here at Emerson Discrete Automation. This role will work with the Engineering Manager and will be responsible for various operations within the engineering department.

• Work hands-on with assembly operations in the production of fluid and pneumatic control products, and valve products used with air, water, compressed liquids, and gases.
• Be responsible for problem-solving and fixing within the Valve and Actuator assembly departments, including pneumatic, electronic, and PLC-controlled test equipment.
• Support product assembly, including root cause analysis through fixing processes of component assembly and testing.
• Source capital equipment for replacement equipment or new projects.
• Create part routings.
• Quote components for internal costing.
• Support new product development, pilot runs, and product launches, and existing product localization and development of work cells.
• Validate/create assembly procedures and product performance.
• Lead/create PFMEA, Process Flow Charts, and Assembly Procedures.
• Use appropriate systems to document change approvals when required.
• Test products and verify the level of compliance using either laboratory or production equipment while supporting activities related to customer returns and corrective actions.
• Use of Oracle software, AutoCAD, CREO 3D CAD Modeling, and Office 365.
• Implement Perfect Execution, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing practices.
• Support/lead cost reduction projects.
• Obey all safety rules and stop work if continuing is unsafe or will create an unsafe condition. Report all safety concerns immediately.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the manager.

You look for obstacles and develop excellent contingency plans. You find and champion the best creative ideas and actively move them into implementation. You experiment with a range of existing technologies while applying new and emerging options that can enhance organizational outcomes. You orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish a goal. You seek ways to improve processes, from small tweaks to complete reengineering.

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field of study.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical components, and industrial engineering applications.
• Hands-on experience and knowledge of manufacturing assembly equipment, and the ability to fix using root cause analysis.
• Strong mechanical abilities, fixing experience with root cause analysis.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Act with utmost integrity, professionalism, and positive demeanor.
• Must be a great teammate and lead by example.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.
• Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. MUST be US Citizen or possess a Green Card.

• Strong organizational ability, communication (written and oral), interpersonal, engineering drawing skills, and computer skills, including AutoCAD and/or CREO, as well as Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of PLCs, and the ability to create programs/fix PLCs.
• Knowledge of 5S+1, lean manufacturing practices, and continuous improvements.
• Mechanical design and controls engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of tooling, machining, and equipment building principles.

• Stand, walk, stoop, bend, twist, and/or lift up to 40 pounds throughout an entire shift.
• Exposed to manufacturing plant conditions and elements, including noise, dust, dirt, oil, and grease.
• PPE required: safety glasses, safety shoes, and/or earplugs.
• May be required to work at different workstations as business needs require.

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. We invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities.

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information,…