Manufacturing Engineer

Wabtec•Lexington, TN

2d•$79,100 - $112,800

About The Position

Who will you be working with? Our best-in-class Heat Exchange Transfer team combines knowledge of deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver unparalleled product applications experience. You will partner with the Manufacturing Engineering Leader of the business unit and other key stakeholders across our organization to ensure the delivery of world-class products to our customers. How will you make a difference? As a member of the Manufacturing Engineering department, you will be responsible for developing, improving, and supporting manufacturing processes to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. This role requires strong technical capability in process development, equipment programming, capital project execution, and the creation of detailed work instructions. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Safety teams to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. What will your typical day look like? Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes that improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance safety performance. Program, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment such as CNC machines, PLC-controlled systems, or robotic welders to ensure reliable and efficient operation. Lead or support capital expenditure (Cap Ex) projects from concept through implementation, including justification, vendor coordination, installation, and validation. Develop detailed work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and safe operations. Conduct time studies, root cause analyses, and process capability studies to identify and eliminate production bottlenecks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introductions, ensuring manufacturability and alignment with safety and quality standards. Support and implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost and improve productivity. Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and ergonomic evaluations to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. Maintain a focus on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and process control. Train and support production personnel in new processes, tools, and work instructions. What about the physical demands of the job? While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com . Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met. Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field) or a minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience.
Proven experience in process improvement, safety-focused design, and Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
Hands-on programming experience (e.g., CNC, PLC, robotic systems, or automated manufacturing equipment).
Demonstrated ability to manage capital projects (Capex), including planning, budgeting, procurement, and implementation.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment design, and production systems.
Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing documentation tools.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally and lead initiatives from concept through execution.
Commitment to Safety and Quality Excellence
Technical Problem Solving and Innovation
Project Management and Execution
Continuous Improvement / Lean Thinking
Collaboration and Communication

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes that improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance safety performance.
Program, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment such as CNC machines, PLC-controlled systems, or robotic welders to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
Lead or support capital expenditure (Cap Ex) projects from concept through implementation, including justification, vendor coordination, installation, and validation.
Develop detailed work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and safe operations.
Conduct time studies, root cause analyses, and process capability studies to identify and eliminate production bottlenecks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introductions, ensuring manufacturability and alignment with safety and quality standards.
Support and implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost and improve productivity.
Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and ergonomic evaluations to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
Maintain a focus on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and process control.
Train and support production personnel in new processes, tools, and work instructions.