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Eaton Corporation
Manufacturing Engineer
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A Manufacturing Engineer uses technology and engineering to help companies and organizations manufacture products with efficient use of time, resources, and energy.
$89,331 / year median in Virginia
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Eaton's
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division is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. This role is onsite at our Roanoke, VA facility. Relocation is provided within the United States for this opportunity. The expected annual salary range for this role is $86000 - $126000 a year. Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. ## What you'll do: This Manufacturing Engineer position will support Assembly Operations. This role is responsible for designing, improving, and sustaining mechanical systems, tools, and processes used in the manufacturing and assembly of high-quality products. You will work cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and production teams to drive product performance, manufacturability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced industrial environment.In this role you will:
- Design, develop, and improve mechanical components, assemblies, and manufacturing processes to enhance product performance and manufacturability
- Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including prototype builds, process development, and production readiness
- Evaluate existing products and processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency gains, and quality improvements
- Develop and implement tooling, fixturing, and assembly methods to support safe and efficient production
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues in production and implement robust corrective actions
- Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to improve yield, reduce scrap, and optimize throughput
- Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and work instructions
- Support testing and validation of products to ensure compliance with performance and reliability requirements
- Work with suppliers to specify components, resolve technical issues, and improve part quality
- Lead or support continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) initiatives across assembly operations
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and engineering best practices ##
Qualifications:
Basic (Required)Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of three (3) years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
- Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.
STEM OPT
plans, F-1, H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, 1-485 job profitability, etc.Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in high-volume assembly or electromechanical manufacturing
- Knowledge of DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturability/Assembly) principles
- Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Experience supporting SMT, automated assembly, or testing systems
- Exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred)
- Project management experience, including leading cross-functional initiatives All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.