Manufacturing Engineer - Senior

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We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer - Senior to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Fletcher, NC . Job Summary: Leads the planning, designing, purchasing, and implementation of changes to the manufacturing equipment and systems while leading and co-leading teams. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: - Drive successful project outcomes by designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that consistently meet safety requirements, production targets, business goals, and product specifications. - Elevate operational performance by applying advanced manufacturing principles to improve equipment reliability, process capability, throughput, and cost efficiency. - Strengthen Cummins' operational excellence by utilizing continuous improvement tools (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean) to identify waste, reduce variation, and standardize best practices. - Ensure global alignment and quality by leading the development, documentation, and deployment of Cummins manufacturing standards, working methods, and technical guidelines. - Influence organizational decision-making by clearly communicating project insights, risks, and recommendations to external partners, business leaders, and cross-functional teams. - Accelerate project execution by coordinating effectively with internal and external engineering, sourcing, quality, and operations resources to deliver on-time, high-quality results. - Build technical capability across teams by coaching stakeholders on manufacturing principles, process understanding, and adherence to Cummins standards. - Enhance stakeholder trust and collaboration by maintaining strong relationships and serving as a knowledgeable, reliable advisor on manufacturing process performance and improvement opportunities. To be successful in this role you will need the following: Strong Collaboration & Communication - Build effective partnerships across engineering, operations, safety, and production teams to achieve shared goals. - Tailor communication (written, verbal, visual) to match the technical understanding and needs of different audiences. - Proactively share information, align stakeholders, and maintain clarity during design reviews, process changes, and implementation activities. Safety-First Mindset - Model and champion proactive health and safety behaviors in all activities. - Identify, report, and help resolve safety risks using structured methods. - Integrate safety considerations into every stage of process, workstation, and equipment design. Technical Mastery in Manufacturing Engineering - Interpret and integrate product, tooling, fixture, and manufacturing engineering drawings to guide process development. - Apply strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes to implement changes that improve quality, cost, and delivery. - Use digital modeling and simulation tools to analyze, optimize, and validate manufacturing processes before physical changes occur. Equipment, Tooling, & Fixture Expertise - Select and procure manufacturing equipment that aligns with specifications, project requirements, and long-term operational needs. - Design or select effective tools and fixtures that properly secure workpieces and ensure product conformance. - Ensure capital and tooling decisions reflect safety, ergonomics, throughput, and cost considerations. Process Documentation & Standardization - Develop clear, logically sequenced manufacturing procedures that support consistent execution across all operators and shifts. - Maintain standard work that reflects best practices, quality expectations, and safety guidelines. - Ensure documentation is accessible, accurate, and aligned with engineering change processes. Ergonomics & Workstation Excellence - Design workstations and workflows that reduce ergonomic risk and support safe, efficient operator performance. - Apply ergonomic design guidelines to minimize strain, improve comfort, and reduce workplace injuries. - Balance ergonomics with quality, cost, and delivery requirements. Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving - Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, waste elimination) to enhance performance. - Use structured problem-solving frameworks to trace issues to root causes and implement robust, data-driven corrective actions. - Prevent recurrence through systemic solutions, documentation updates, and improved training. Inclusion & Respect for Diverse Perspectives - Seek input from colleagues with different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. - Leverage diverse insights to improve design decisions, problem-solving, and team performance. - Build an inclusive environment where all voices contribute to better outcomes. Education, Licenses, Certifications: - College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experien

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