Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
Xylem is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support production of its Heat Transfer products and drive innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. The engineer serves as a technical resource and partners with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Production, and Engineering teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. The position is based onsite in Cheektowaga, New York, and follows a Monday-to-Friday first-shift schedule. The role includes optimizing manufacturing processes, leading improvement initiatives, maintaining production documentation, supporting equipment and automation projects, resolving manufacturing challenges, and training operators. The estimated base salary is $73,000–$85,000, plus bonus. Starting pay depends on factors including skills, experience, and work location.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience; co-op and internship experience will be considered.
- Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Strong technical documentation and process-writing skills.
- Experience working with ERP systems; AS400 is preferred.
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or similar platforms.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with CNC programming and machining processes.
- Robotic welding programming and automation experience.
- Experience supporting fabricated, welded, or heavy industrial products.
- Knowledge of capital project management and manufacturing equipment implementation.
- Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve throughput, reduce cycle times, and eliminate waste.
- Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including routings, bills of materials, standard work instructions, WPS/PQRs, and process specifications.
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards and internal quality requirements.
- Conduct time studies and analyze production data to improve efficiency and establish standard costs.
- Develop business cases and capital expenditure proposals for equipment and process improvements.
- Lead implementation of new manufacturing equipment, automation, and facility improvements.
- Support plant layout optimization and capacity expansion initiatives.
- Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and workholding solutions to improve safety and productivity.
- Develop and support CNC programs and robotic welding applications.
- Evaluate and introduce new manufacturing technologies and best practices.
- Train operators on new processes, equipment, and tooling.
- Investigate production, quality, and equipment issues using structured problem-solving techniques.
- Implement sustainable corrective actions and process improvements.
- Monitor process performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Provide technical support to production and manufacturing leadership teams.
- Partner with unionized production teams to implement process improvements.
- Work with Quality, Planning, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to achieve operational goals.
- Participate in daily production meetings focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
- Support communication and training related to manufacturing changes.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Bonus.
- Paid volunteer program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
