Manufacturing Engineer Leader

Job Summary

Supports the planning, design, procurement, and implementation of manufacturing equipment, systems, and processes to improve operational efficiency and meet business and product requirements. The role contributes to cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing processes meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process Development

• Assist in planning, designing, and implementing manufacturing processes to ensure alignment with safety requirements, manufacturing targets, and product specifications.
• Apply manufacturing principles and practices to improve equipment performance, production efficiency, and process reliability.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of manufacturing standards, procedures, and working methods.
• Support the design and optimization of manufacturing processes, equipment layouts, and workflows.

Project Execution

• Support manufacturing engineering projects by assisting in the development and implementation of manufacturing systems and equipment.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to execute project assignments and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Contribute to high-impact manufacturing projects and initiatives aligned with business priorities.

Equipment & Capital Management

• Support capital expenditure planning and participate in equipment and tooling procurement activities.
• Assist in selecting manufacturing equipment that meets Cummins specifications and operational requirements.
• Support installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment and systems.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Apply continuous improvement tools and methodologies to improve manufacturing processes and reduce waste.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements related to cost, quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Utilize digital tools and manufacturing analysis techniques to simulate and optimize manufacturing processes.

Documentation & Standards

• Develop and maintain manufacturing process documentation, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure consistency and standardization of processes across stakeholders and manufacturing teams.
• Interpret product and manufacturing drawings to support production and process development.

Workplace & Ergonomic Design

• Support the design of safe, efficient, and ergonomic workstations and manufacturing environments.
• Implement ergonomic design principles to reduce workplace risk and enhance productivity.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
Responsibilities:

Competencies

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Health and Safety Fundamentals
• Drawing Interpretation
• Equipment/Capital Procurement
• Manufacturing Analysis Led Design
• Manufacturing Knowledge
• Process Documentation
• Tool and Fixture Design
• Continuous Process Improvement
• Ergonomics Process and Workplace Design
• Problem Solving
• Workstation Design
• Values Differences

Qualifications

Education, Licenses & Certifications

• College, university, or equivalent degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or a related field is required.
• Additional certifications or training in manufacturing engineering or industrial processes are advantageous.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Qualifications:

Skills and Experience

Experience

• Basic to moderate level of relevant work experience in manufacturing engineering or industrial operations.
• Experience supporting manufacturing process development, equipment implementation, or engineering projects.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments such as production lines, assembly operations, or remanufacturing processes.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical diagrams, and manufacturing specifications.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience using digital tools or software for manufacturing analysis and simulation is preferred.
• Understanding of tooling, fixture design, and workstation layout optimization.

Leadership & Collaboration Skills

• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities using structured methodologies.
• Effective communication and project coordination skills.
• Ability to support or lead engineering initiatives and projects.

Preferred Internal Experience

• Experience leading manufacturing engineering or project teams in remanufacturing or production environments.
• Knowledge of Recon processes and manufacturing systems.
• Experience managing capital expenditure (Capex) planning and equipment procurement.
• Experience supporting global project approvals and cross-regional collaboration.