DCN Manufacturing Engineer

SLB•Shreveport, LA

About The Position

SLB New Energy & Industrial (NEI), a division of SLB, is seeking a DCN Manufacturing Engineer to support its Data Center infrastructure solutions business. The role supports production quality and materials, troubleshoots manufacturing issues, and standardizes and continuously improves processes. The engineer applies Lean Six Sigma and advanced manufacturing methods to resolve bottlenecks, optimize material flow, perform capacity analyses, and drive process innovation. The position also serves as a subject matter expert for manufacturing simulations and systems analysis to help ensure efficient, high-quality production operations. There are multiple openings at multiple experience levels. Qualified candidates anywhere in the United States will be considered; relocation assistance to Shreveport is available as required. Candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical manufacturing experience.
3–7 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
Certified or significantly competent in Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including the ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings and troubleshoot systems.
Hands-on experience in a high-mix, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Effective communication skills and ability to interact across organizational levels, from technicians to executives.
Proficiency in CAD modeling and layout design; AutoCAD preferred.
Advanced user of SAP ERP/MRP for production, inventory, and materials management.
Skills with Microsoft Power Platform applications, including Power BI for analytics and reporting and Power Apps for process digitization.
Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite and VBA/Macros for process automation.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Must be legally able to work and reside in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Green Belt or Black Belt certification in Six Sigma.
Experience with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and resolve technical and quality issues on the shop floor during day operations.
Lead continuous process improvement using Lean Six Sigma methods, including Value Stream Mapping, standardized work, line balancing, Kaizen, 5S, cell design, batch-size optimization, and pull systems.
Analyze material movements and process flows to optimize layouts, improve efficiency, and reduce waste.
Perform capacity analyses and use simulation tools to assess and improve manufacturing processes and material handling.
Identify process bottlenecks and develop and implement solutions to maximize throughput.
Lead Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives and train shop-floor personnel on new processes and standards.
Develop and monitor KPIs related to process capability, yield, cycle time, and product quality.
Develop, update, and implement process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing Technology to integrate new products and technologies into operations, provide feedback, and capture lessons learned.
Lead and participate in structured problem-solving and root cause analysis for manufacturing issues.
Ensure consistent application of best practices and adherence to engineering specifications.
Support cost reduction, productivity improvement, and quality assurance projects.