Manufacturing Engineer

nVent • Medway, MA

59d • $69,200 - $128,600 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of manufacturing/industrial engineering experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution required.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma implementation.
• Experience leading engineering and capital projects.
• Experience maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with tooling design, development, and implementation.
• Experience in machining and welding processes, preferably involving aluminum products.
• Strong leadership skills demonstrated through successful cross-functional project execution.
• Experience working with suppliers, tooling vendors, and external manufacturing partners.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety requirements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
• Ability to design and develop tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids.
• Ability to facilitate team-based problem solving and implement corrective actions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, root cause analysis, and process optimization techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• Prior project leadership experience preferred.
• Experience working in custom engineer-to-order manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies to improve quality, productivity, cost, and safety performance.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership for Root Cause Analysis and corrective action activities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to solve problems, eliminate waste, and reduce process variation.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the plant capital project roadmap.
• Develop, design, procure, validate, and implement tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment.
• Create tooling methodologies, specifications, standards, and documentation for new tooling projects.
• Evaluate existing tooling and manufacturing processes and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with suppliers to source, develop, and optimize tooling solutions.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers to support business growth and technology advancements.
• Support new product introduction activities through process and tooling development.
• Maintain effectiveness and adaptability during changing priorities and work environments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity protection.

What This Job Offers

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