Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

MAS HVAC INC•Maple Grove, MN

7d•$80,000 - $123,000

About The Position

MAS creates custom-engineered thermal management solutions for markets that thrive on flexibility, creativity, and bold ideas. From humble beginnings to becoming an emergent multi‑brand manufacturing leader, we’ve grown by bringing in great people and empowering them to do great work. At MAS, we believe innovation happens when everyone contributes, diversity of thought is celebrated, and people feel supported in their growth. We take pride in working hard together — tackling challenges, solving problems, and having fun along the way. As we expand into both emerging and mission-critical industries, we stay committed to delivering efficient, competitive, and sustainable heating and cooling technologies. And throughout your career here, you’ll have the chance to directly shape the foundation for what's next in our industry. Position Summary: In this role, you will be working on our Daedex line of products to bring new technology into mission-critical markets like data centers, battery plants, chip manufacturing and more. The purpose of this role is to contribute to the design, development, implementation and ongoing improvement of production lines in an industrial manufacturing environment. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, improving, and supporting manufacturing processes within the production environment. This role ensures efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing of air handling units, liquid cooling units, sheet metal components, and HVAC assemblies through process optimization, tooling, and layout design. Success in this role is illustrated through the implementation of scalable processes that ensure quality and efficient delivery of product.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
2+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in HVAC or sheet metal fabrication
Experience implementing automation and robotics in manufacturing, programming PLCs and robotic systems
Proficient in CAD/CAM systems and manufacturing software
Knowledge of HVAC systems, sheet metal fabrication, and mechanical assembly
Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Hands-on approach with the ability to work on the shop floor and interact with production personnel
Proven track record of success in an industrial manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Oracle)
Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and HVAC product compliance
Project management experience
Change management experience

Responsibilities

Analyze, design, and implement manufacturing processes for HVAC and liquid cooling products including coolant distribution units, air handlers, coils, dampers, and sheet metal enclosures.
Develop and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), PFMEAs, and process documentation.
Implement Lean manufacturing principles to enhance operator experience, improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
Collaborate with design engineering, production, and quality teams to transition new products from concept to full-scale production.
Assist with plant layout design and capacity planning.
Support and troubleshoot manufacturing issues related to tooling, machinery, materials, and methods.
Identify opportunities for automation and assist in selecting, integrating, and maintaining automation systems (e.g., robotic welding, CNC, punch/laser cutting).
Ensure scalable production line capacity through process automation.
Set up, test, adjust and fully implement automated machinery and material handling systems.
Lead continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, cost reduction, and throughput.
Train production employees on new processes and equipment.
Use CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Radan) to support production needs.
Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.