Manufacturing Engineer

EnerSys Delaware Inc. • Town of Smithtown, NY

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About The Position

EnerSys Advanced Systems (EAS) is a specialized division of EnerSys—a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. EAS focuses on cutting-edge energy solutions for the aerospace, defense, and medical industries. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for individuals who share a passion for these industries and want to be part of an innovative, dynamic team.
Certain positions at EnerSys Advanced Systems require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other U.S. government security regulations. Candidates for these positions should be a “U.S. Person” under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a refugee/asylee) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights to be considered for a position.
At EAS, we don’t just build batteries – we power systems and devices that protect not only individual citizens but communities across the world.
If you’re excited about working in an innovative, fast-paced, high-tech environment, where your contributions make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Purpose
The Manufacturing Engineer at Bren-Tronics, part of EnerSys is responsible for supporting production operations through process implementation and improvement, documentation, equipment optimization, and ensuring product quality and safety. This role works closely with operations, quality, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain compliance with internal and external standards.

Requirements

• 3+ years in Manufacturing Engineering role, defense Manufacturing industry, strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles, quality systems, and process control.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with various groups both internal and external.
• Excellent communication, written and verbal skills with cross functional teams.
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to lead root cause and corrective action efforts.
• Proficient with CAD software, SolidWorks a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Support day to day production activities by troubleshooting process issues and providing technical guidance.
• Function as liaison between Manufacturing and Engineering to smoothly transition newly designed products to production.
• Create and update work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide training to production operators to fully comply with work instructions, quality standards and engineering requirements, as needed.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing and root cause analysis activities.
• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and equipment improvements to enhance production capability and operator safety.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, process bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor rework and repair operations, consistently monitor and report yield issues, and regularly highlight significant findings.
• Conduct failure analysis, identify root causes, and pursue effective solutions to minimize in-process defects.
• Support equipment maintenance, calibration, and layout planning for efficient workflow.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off – 3+ weeks of paid time off, plus 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents at a discounted rate
• Financial & Career Growth – Life insurance, short-term disability, educational reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and an employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k) Matching – 100% match at a 6% contribution level
• Innovative Culture – We value excellence, teamwork, and long-term relationships with stakeholders, colleagues, and customers. Through innovative technology and ongoing training, we invest in our employees’ skills and career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees