Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer

Athens GA•Athens, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

RFA Engineering is seeking an entry-to-experienced-level Manufacturing Engineer to join its engineering team. The selected candidate will work with experienced engineering staff using current engineering tools and processes, onsite at a customer’s engineering and manufacturing facility. The role supports manufacturing operations related to diesel and natural gas engines, powertrain systems, axles, drives, gears, torque converters, cast components, and off-highway construction and mining equipment. Work may include manufacturing process development, factory support, quality improvement, production readiness, APQP activities, supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement. The work is collaborative across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and supplier teams. Travel to supplier or customer sites may be required based on project needs, up to approximately 10%. This is a full-time position. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Experience in manufacturing, production, process, or quality engineering.
Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
Experience solving production and quality issues.
Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, control plans, and root-cause analysis.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Experience with engines, powertrain systems, castings, or heavy equipment manufacturing.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
Experience supporting new product launches and production readiness activities.
Background working with suppliers to improve quality and performance.
Familiarity with quality tools such as SPC and Six Sigma.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Support manufacturing and assembly operations for engines, powertrain systems, cast components, and off-highway equipment.
Participate in manufacturing process development, process improvement, and production readiness activities.
Support new product introduction and product launch activities.
Work with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supplier teams to resolve technical issues affecting production.
Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions to improve quality, safety, delivery, and cost.
Support APQP activities, PFMEAs, control plans, and manufacturing validation efforts.
Analyze manufacturing data and identify opportunities for process improvement and waste reduction.
Support factory operations by troubleshooting and resolving production concerns.
Collaborate with suppliers to improve component quality, manufacturability, and delivery performance.
Support quality improvement initiatives and product reliability activities.
Participate in continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Collaborate with other groups, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Supplier Development, and Operations.
Travel to supplier or customer sites as project needs require, up to approximately 10%.