Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer I – Assembly Business Unit (ABU)

The Manufacturing Engineer I supports the Assembly Business Unit (ABU) by planning, developing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, delivery performance, and cost efficiency.

This role serves as a key engineering partner to Assembly Operations, ensuring production processes are robust, standardized, and scalable.

• Serve as primary Manufacturing Engineering support for ABU Assembly operations
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase throughput, reduce defects, and improve ergonomics
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality and production issues
• Develop and improve manufacturing methods through process optimization and capital equipment improvements
• Analyze workforce standards, workflow, and space requirements
• Create and maintain written manufacturing instructions and documentation
• Support tooling design and collaborate cross-functionally to improve production efficiency
• Assist in equipment and material purchasing decisions and evaluate products against specifications
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs
• Apply statistical methods to evaluate and forecast manufacturing requirements
• Support budget development and manage capital expenditures within department guidelines
• Act as a change agent promoting teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering field required
• 0–3 years of relevant professional experience
• Manufacturing experience preferred (hydraulics/fluid power background a plus)
• Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting LEAN manufacturing initiatives
• Experience with automation projects preferred
• PLC knowledge a plus
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Ability to stand and walk on the production floor for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and climbing stairs
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical equipment and manufacturing processes
• Visual acuity required to inspect components, review technical drawings, and analyze production issues
• Ability to use a computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment for extended periods
• Occasional exposure to noise, temperature fluctuations, and typical manufacturing plant conditions