Manufacturing Engineer

Your role As a Manufacturing Engineer , you will provide broad manufacturing support across all divisional areas. You will play a key role in controlling, documenting, and reducing both direct and indirect manufacturing costs while ensuring efficient, accurate, and sustainable production processes. You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and EHS to support operational excellence and continuous improvement. What You'll Do Develop and maintain direct and indirect engineering standards Update BOMs, shop orders, and picklists to ensure material accuracy and alignment with released Design Notifications Identify, analyze, and implement cost improvement initiatives Audit manufacturing standards and methods to ensure accuracy and consistency Design plant and workplace layouts using computerized tools Develop and maintain routing sequences and standard times Establish alternate manufacturing methods and standards Perform economic studies for alternate equipment, methods, and processes Develop cost estimates for new product designs and major engineering changes Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to identify and eliminate waste Partner with Design Engineering to support manufacturability during the NPI process Provide technical support to production as needed Actively support Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs This role reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager . To succeed, you will need Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree with approval from the Vice President of Manufacturing - BMA 3-5 years of experience in a similar manufacturing or engineering role preferred Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD Inventor, SketchUp, AutoCAD Mechanical) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and machine shop practices Ability to create, update, and improve work instructions supporting production methods Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics Proficiency with standard computer applications Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles Six Sigma and project management experience Automation, controls, or robotics experience is a plus In return, we offer A hands-on role with direct impact on manufacturing efficiency and cost improvement Opportunities to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, and EHS teams A continuous improvement-driven environment where your ideas and expertise matter Training and development, including: 5S Training General Safety Training Software training as needed Work Environment & Physical Requirements Primarily a manufacturing plant environment with some office exposure Ability to move throughout the facility, including standing and walking Required use of safety glasses and steel-toed shoes while on the shop floor Job location On-Site This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Bay Minette, AL, United States (US). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.