Manufacturing Engineer

Milwaukee Tool•Sun Prairie, MT

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer I develops, improves, and supports manufacturing processes to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. The role works cross-functionally with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and NPD Engineering to optimize operations, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement in assigned areas. The engineer provides technical support to manufacturing and maintenance teams and may serve as a backup for other engineers. The position is responsible for assigned manufacturing projects, including identifying risks and issues and taking proactive steps to meet project milestones and objectives. It also supports engineering changes, new product launches, and product transfers, while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and corporate standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 1 year of Manufacturing Engineering, Project Management, or related experience.
Experience supporting manufacturing processes such as machining, stamping, assembly, coating, or automation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with CAD and data analysis tools, including SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Excel.
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and structured problem solving.
Advanced computer knowledge and skills in MS Office/Project and SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or NX.
Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to meet the stated vision requirements, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.
Ability to stand for eight or more hours a day and walk frequently.
Ability to bend, crouch, twist, and reach occasionally.
Ability to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in certain work cells.

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of PLCs, robotics, or automated systems.
Hands-on experience with tooling design or process validation.

Responsibilities

Develop and update manufacturing work instructions and process documentation.
Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
Conduct time studies, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to improve cycle time, labor efficiency, and process flow.
Support the installation, startup, and validation of new equipment and technology.
Collaborate with Maintenance to improve preventive maintenance schedules and reduce unplanned downtime.
Lead or support root-cause analysis of machine, tooling, or process issues.
Provide daily floor support to troubleshoot process, tooling, and equipment issues.
Use key process indicators to improve safety, efficiency, quality, and production equipment uptime.
Communicate process changes and updates across shifts and plant personnel.
Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement projects as needed.
Support build readiness for engineering changes, new product launches, and product transfers.
Serve as a technical resource for manufacturing and maintenance and as a backup for other engineers.
Complete assigned manufacturing projects, identify potential risks and issues, and implement proactive measures to meet milestones and objectives.
Collaborate effectively and challenge the status quo to deliver optimal business solutions.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and corporate standards.
Perform related tasks as needed to support overall business goals.