Manufacturing Engineer Associate (2nd Shift)
About The Position
The Manufacturing Engineer Associate – 2nd Shift will provide hands-on engineering support to off-shift manufacturing operations, with a focus on automated equipment, tooling, and production processes. This entry-level role will troubleshoot automated tooling issues, support work content and engineering changes, and assist with layouts and 3D-printed tooling. The individual will work closely with the Controls Engineer, developing automation and controls knowledge while helping minimize production downtime and support new product introductions. Plant 2nd shift hours: 4:00 pm - 2:30 am EST. Please note: These reflect general core hours, start and end times will vary based on needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Internship, co-op, or hands-on experience in manufacturing, automation, controls, or a related engineering environment.
- Exposure to automated manufacturing equipment and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with PLCs, controls systems, robotics, sensors, or other industrial automation technologies.
- Experience with CAD/3D modeling software and engineering layouts.
- Experience with or exposure to 3D printing/additive manufacturing and tooling design.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Strong mechanical and technical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work hands-on with production, maintenance, controls, and engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Under close supervision, perform basic engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned according to JLG's engineering standards and processes.
- Support more senior engineers in the preparation of plants, designs, computation methods, and reporting.
- Work on projects with limited complexity in a support role.
- Prepare vehicle layouts and component part drawings with supporting calculations (i.e. weight distribution etc.).
- Select parts and/or design components for cost and quality-consciousness.
- Follow project on the assembly floor or through prototype build when instructed by supervisor and render assistance as necessary.
- Generate bills of material and assembly drawings as required by the project.
- Adhere to time schedules.
- Utilize engineering tools (CAD) equipment in assigned projects.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package
- People-first culture
- Various opportunities to support team member growth and success
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
