Manufacturing Engineer - Senior

Leads the planning, designing, purchasing, and implementation of changes to the manufacturing equipment and systems while leading and co-leading teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads specific projects to create and implement all aspects of manufacturing processes to ensure safety requirements, manufacturing goals, business goals, and product specifications are met.
• Applies knowledge of manufacturing principles and practices to improve equipment and processes.
• Utilizes continuous improvement tools, follows Cummins standards, and develops manufacturing standards and working methods.
• Communicates with and influences key external stakeholders, business leaders, and functional members.
• Works with internal and external resources on specific project assignments.
• Maintains relationships and coaches key stakeholders.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Education: College, university, or degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or Mechatronics is required.
• Experience: 10-14 years of relevant work experience required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Leads Manufacturing Engineering activities, including planning, designing, purchasing, and implementing integrated manufacturing assembly or machining processes.
• Expertise in process planning, capital purchase process, equipment installation & commissioning, and preparation of documents like FMEA, Control Plan, SWM, Time Study, Line Balancing, Controls, and Machine Maintenance.
• Experience with layout optimization, RFQ, negotiations, CAPEX, tool engineering, Jigs & Fixtures, GD&T, cash flow, IRR, and NPV.
• Knowledge of cylindrical parts (Crank, Cam, etc. ) machining, grinding, and super finishing processes along with measurement.
• Determines manufacturing processes required to achieve goals according to product specifications.
• Identifies and resolves product and performance issues in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Plans and designs methods to improve production efficiency and trains line employees on new processes and methods.
• Improves equipment availability and capability through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Defines manufacturing standard working methods and supports capital acquisition, capacity planning, and change control.
• Coaches and mentors less experienced Manufacturing Engineers.

Competencies:

• Collaboration: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Effective Communication: Develops and delivers communications tailored to different audiences.
• Health and Safety Fundamentals: Champions proactive health and safety behaviors.
• Drawing Interpretation: Integrates product design and manufacturing equipment engineering drawings to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Equipment/Capital Procurement: Selects manufacturing equipment that meets Cummins specifications and project needs.
• Manufacturing Analysis Led Design: Uses digital tools to model and simulate manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvements.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Implements process changes to meet functional needs and drive continuous improvement.
• Process Documentation: Develops clear and standardized written manufacturing procedures.
• Tool and Fixture Design: Selects and designs work-piece-holding devices to ensure secure positioning.
• Values Differences: Recognizes the value of diverse perspectives and cultures.
• Continuous Process Improvement: Identifies and implements process improvements and waste reduction methodologies.
• Ergonomics Process and Workplace Design: Designs ergonomic workstations to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Problem Solving: Utilizes systematic analysis and industry methodologies to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
• Workstation Design: Develops operator workstations that prioritize safety, efficiency, and ergonomic considerations.