Manufacturing Engineer

Xylem•Cheektowaga, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be a key technical partner in supporting the safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing of Xylem’s Heat Transfer products. You will drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, equipment, and tooling while partnering closely with unionized production teams and cross-functional departments. This role supports the strategic deployment of capital investment, cost reduction, and Lean initiatives in alignment with operational goals, safety standards, and quality expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing related major BSIE, BSME, BSIT, BSMT
3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing industry preferred
Must possess good analytical and technical skills.
Strong communication skills (written and oral)
Must have a good working knowledge of entire manufacturing processes
3D CAD Software knowledge

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing Certifications
CNC and Robotic Welding programming experience
AS400 Business System Knowledge

Responsibilities

Develop and improve repeatable manufacturing processes to reduce cycle time, increase throughput, and reduce waste
Implement Lean principles and VBLSS tools to support continuous improvement
Create and maintain routings, BOMs, WPS/PQR files, and standard work documentation
Ensure documentation meets ISO and internal quality standards
Align technical instructions with union job classifications and training requirements
Conduct time studies and prepare standard cost data
Develop cost justifications and capital project proposals
Lead the installation and launch of new equipment or process upgrades
Support plant layout changes and capacity expansion projects
Design or specify jigs, fixtures, and tooling for improved efficiency and operator safety
Generate CNC and robotic welding programs to support precision and repeatability
Train and support operators in the effective use of new tools or technology
Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Supply Chain teams
Participate in daily production meetings to align on safety, quality, and delivery goals
Support labor-management communication by ensuring changes are clearly understood by all parties
Ensure training aligns with union job responsibilities and promotes success on the floor
Investigate production, quality, or tooling issues using structured problem-solving methods
Implement corrective actions to ensure sustained improvement
Benchmark and introduce new technology or best practices
Provide technical backup to other Manufacturing Engineers or Supervisors as needed
Evaluate machine capacity, reliability, and layout to recommend improvements
Incorporate safety and ergonomic improvements into all equipment upgrades
Support departmental continuity during vacations, absences, or special projects