Manufacturing Engineer MDP

Mueller Water Products • Cleveland, TN

22h • $73,000 - $73,000

About The Position

Manufacturing Engineer MDP At Mueller Water Products, we want to change the way people access clean, safe drinking water by manufacturing products and providing solutions that bring real value to the world, whether it’s at the source, at the plant, below the ground on the street, or in a cloud. Over the past 160 years, we've seen this mission spread beyond our wildest dreams. Today, we are a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America. So how did we reach this far? We are constantly learning through our commitments to new product development and manufacturing excellence, and we are taking those lessons in innovative ways and creative solutions that will better serve our customer, support our communities, and protect our planet. The Mueller Development Program (MDP) is designed to support early-career professionals through structured development opportunities, dedicated mentorship, and organized events. Over a two-year period, participants rotate through different roles and may relocate to various Mueller locations—gaining broad exposure that strengthens leadership capabilities, deepens technical expertise, and builds professional confidence. Rotations, lasting between 6 to 12 months, are determined based on functional area, business needs, and individual career aspirations. This structure allows participants to gain hands-on experience across multiple disciplines within the field across our various sites, including: Albertville, AL · Atlanta, GA · Brownsville, TX · Chattanooga, TN · Cleveland, TN · Cleveland, NC · Decatur, IL · Kimball, TN Relocation assistance is provided in accordance with company policy. The start date for this position will be June 2026. As an MDP participant, you will contribute to meaningful work from day one—collaborating with leaders to implement strategies, optimize processes, drive change, and build relationships across the organization. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be offered a full-time role within your field of work. Manufacturing Engineering Track Overview: Manufacturing Engineering – Operational Technology Mueller Development Program (MDP) offers immersive experience in advanced manufacturing engineering, emphasizing digital transformation and Industry 4.0 technologies. Participants will engage in process design, productivity optimization, factory floor digitalization, automation integration, and data-driven continuous improvement initiatives. This program provides cross-functional exposure and collaboration with manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement, quality, sustainability, supervision, supply chain, EH&S, and foundry operations teams. Participants will gain hands-on experience creating and analyzing manufacturing data, developing data analytics, building dashboards, and supporting visual factory operations. Projects focus on delivering real business value from day one, enhancing operational efficiency, supporting data-driven decision-making, and driving actionable insights from manufacturing systems. MDPs will also engage directly with foundry operations to understand production processes and apply data solutions to real-world manufacturing challenges.

Requirements

• Team player and self-starter with excellent written and communication skills
• Exceptional critical thinking and analytical proficiency
• Ability to adapt to change quickly
• Applied curiosity
• Effectively problem-solve and deliver high-quality results
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across a wide range of stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or related field
• 0-2 years of relevant work experience
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• MES or Data Analytics experience preferred

Benefits

• Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package.
• Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level