Plant Manufacturing Engineer – Equipment

Manufacturing engineering role focused on improving equipment performance, process efficiency, safety, and overall production effectiveness through hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction initiatives across manufacturing operations
• Identifying, evaluating, and implementing equipment, technology, and process improvements
• Developing project plans and supporting capital investment justification for equipment upgrades and process enhancements
• Improving equipment reliability through refurbishment, upgrades, and maintenance strategy improvements
• Partnering with maintenance and operations teams to enhance preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Conducting root cause analysis on equipment and process failures and implementing corrective actions
• Supporting commissioning and startup of new or upgraded equipment, including procedures, training, and spare parts planning
• Designing fixtures, tooling, and process improvements to ensure safe and consistent manufacturing operations
• Applying lean manufacturing principles (5S, waste elimination, continuous improvement)
• Using structured problem-solving methods such as 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, and A3 thinking
• Supporting data collection, analysis, and reporting for performance improvement and decision-making
• Training and mentoring technicians and operators on equipment operation and maintenance best practices
• Collaborating with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to execute improvements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical preferred)

Core Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in metal fabrication and process improvement
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment (CNC, welding, machining, fabrication systems, etc.)
• Knowledge of mechanical systems including electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• CAD proficiency (2D/3D) and understanding of GD&T
• Experience with automation, controls, and modern manufacturing technologies
• Familiarity with CMMS and reliability improvement programs
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement expertise
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills