Manufacturing Engineer

Xylem • Dubois, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Xylem is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing improvement initiatives, optimize production processes, and support complex manufacturing projects. The role focuses on improving safety, quality, productivity, and cost while working with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to enhance manufacturing performance and support production of water technology solutions.

The engineer manages manufacturing projects from concept through implementation, identifies and implements process improvements, supports production planning and operations, and contributes to quality and continuous improvement. The role also supports manufacturing budget planning, cost control, and cost-saving initiatives. This is a full-time, onsite position in Dubois.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 4 years of manufacturing engineering experience or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems.
• Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or process optimization initiatives.
• Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting capital projects and manufacturing process development.
• Knowledge of production planning, quality systems, and manufacturing performance metrics.
• Experience working in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of manufacturing projects from concept through implementation.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and milestones, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, monitor project progress, and provide updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and costs.
• Conduct process audits and recommend improvements based on data and operational performance.
• Train and support team members on new processes and best practices.
• Support production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand.
• Analyze production data and recommend improvements to throughput and operational effectiveness.
• Partner with Supply Chain to support timely material availability and production flow.
• Support development and maintenance of quality standards and manufacturing procedures.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve production issues.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Foster continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Support manufacturing budget planning and cost control initiatives.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Track project expenses and help ensure adherence to budgets.

Benefits

• Paid Volunteer Program (Xylem Watermark)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

What This Job Offers

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