Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Lead process improvements focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
Support new product introduction (NPI), including process development, tooling, and production readiness.
Technical Expertise & Problem Solving
Serve as a technical authority for manufacturing methods, equipment, and materials.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues (e.g., scrap, rework, downtime).
Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
Equipment, Tooling, & Automation
Specify, design, or validate production equipment, tooling, fixtures, and automation.
Lead Capital projects form concept through installation, qualification, and handoff.
Ensure equipment capability, reliability, and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
Quality & Compliance
Partner with Quality Engineering to ensure processes meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Support audits, PFMEAs, control plans, and process qualification / validation activities.
Ensure adherence to company, customer, and industry standards.
Collaboration & Leadership
Maintain a strong shop-floor presence to provide hands-on support and rapid response to production initiatives.
Work cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance.
Mentor and guide Junior level manufacturing engineers
Provide technical input to management on manufacturing strategy and operational decisions.
Maintain professionalism with respectful communication, ethical behavior, and a positive attitude.
Required:
Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
Strong Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and production systems.
Proven experience leading process improvements and technical projects.
Proficiency with engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
Strong data analysis and statistical problem-solving skills.
Preferred:
Exposure to HVAC manufacturing or regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive, medical, or defense).
Experience with automation, robotics, CNC machining, assembly lines, and complex manufacturing systems.
Lean Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement certification.
Key Competencies
Leadership and technical mentoring.
Structured problem solving.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment
Manufacturing production floor environment.
Collaboration with production floor personnel, design, and leadership.
Occasional travel may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans
*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.
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Benefits
Health insurance401(k)Parental leave
Additional Information
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for leading and improving manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective production. This role provides technical leadership for process development, production support, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration with design engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations.
Bosch-homecomfort · Wichita, KS