The Manufacturing Engineer supports Engineering and Supply Chain teams, by bridging engineering intent with manufacturing and materials. This role supports the manufacturability, sourcing, and production with a strong emphasis on steel material and the manufacturing processes. The engineer will provide hands-on technical guidance to engineers, buyers, suppliers, and internal manufacturing teams to ensure components meet performance, quality, durability, and cost targets. This position requires deep experience in materials behavior, machining, and mechanical component performance , with a strong presence on the shop floor .

Responsibilities:

Act as the primary materials and manufacturing support Engineering and Supply Chaindecisions Provide technical input for supplier selection, make/buy decisions, and cost-reduction initiatives Support Engineering & Operations by reviewing material selections, tolerances, and manufacturability Review supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, and process controls for outsourced components Evaluate manufacturability, process feasibility, tolerances, material selection, and cost drivers Manufacturing & Process Engineering Develop, review, and optimize manufacturing processes for in-house machined components Evaluate machining strategies including turning, milling, shaping, broaching, grinding, and finishing operations Troubleshoot manufacturing issues related to distortion, wear, fatigue, surface finish, and dimensional stability Materials & Component Performance Apply expert knowledge of metals and how they react to machining, heat treatment, and operational loads Evaluate and support material specifications and performance requirements for transmission components Support root cause analysis for field, quality, and production failures related to materials or processes Design & Documentation Read, interpret, and review engineering drawings and technical specifications Collaborate closely with Design Engineering to improve manufacturability, material selection, and cost efficiency Utilize CAD/CAM tools to review models, tooling strategies, and machining paths Supplier & Cross-Functional Collaboration Work directly with suppliers to resolve materials, manufacturing, and quality issues Support PPAPs, capability studies, and process validations as needed Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to drive continuous improvement

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field 10+ years of hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing / production environment Strong background in machining and manufacturing of transmission or powertrain components Deep understanding of: Metals (steel, aluminum, cast iron) and material behavior Heat treatment processes and effects on strength, hardness, and distortion Proficiency with CAD and CAM software Expert ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications Experience supporting or working directly with Supply Chain and Purchasing Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Pay:

$125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance

Work Location:

In person