Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Flowserve Corporation•Kalamazoo, MI

About The Position

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer drives innovation across CNC machining, manufacturing automation, and digital manufacturing initiatives. The role develops and implements advanced manufacturing solutions to improve productivity, quality, automation, and operational performance. Working with operations, engineering, and technology teams, the engineer turns manufacturing concepts into scalable production capabilities that support Flowserve’s long-term growth strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
Experience in CNC machining, manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
Experience supporting process improvement and manufacturing optimization initiatives.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, machining fundamentals, and production workflows.
Demonstrated ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
Strong project management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting project objectives.
Proficiency using engineering software and manufacturing technologies.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with 5-axis CNC machining.
Experience programming CNC equipment in high-mix or complex manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with Mazak machining centers and related technologies.
Experience with pallet automation systems and automated machining cells.
Working knowledge of ESPRIT EDGE or comparable CAM programming software.
Experience using SOLIDWORKS or other CAD modeling platforms.
Knowledge of CNC post-processor development, customization, and troubleshooting.
Experience with robotics, machine tending, automated material handling, or industrial automation systems.
Exposure to artificial intelligence, scripting, data analytics, or digital manufacturing technologies.
Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or productivity improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize 5-axis CNC machining processes to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.
Create, troubleshoot, and maintain CNC programs and post-processors for complex machining applications.
Lead manufacturing automation initiatives and support implementation of new technologies.
Collaborate with machinists, operators, programmers, and engineers to resolve technical manufacturing challenges.
Improve manufacturing performance through setup reduction, cycle-time improvements, and workflow optimization.
Support palletized machining systems and automated manufacturing cells.
Use ESPRIT EDGE to develop advanced machining strategies and CNC programs.
Design fixtures, tooling concepts, and process improvements using SOLIDWORKS or similar CAD software.
Support equipment installations, machine validations, and process qualification activities.
Evaluate and implement Industry 4.0 technologies, AI applications, automation tools, and digital manufacturing solutions.
Lead projects from concept through implementation, ensuring long-term sustainability and measurable results.