Manufacturing Engineer - Senior

Job Summary

Leads the planning, design, procurement, and implementation of manufacturing equipment and process changes to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved. Drives manufacturing readiness for new product introductions (VPI), resolves line quality issues, improves productivity and OEE, and collaborates with global and cross-functional teams to implement best-in-class manufacturing practices.

Key Responsibilities VPI & Manufacturing Readiness

• Lead VPI (Value Package Introduction) projects to ensure full manufacturing readiness.
• Plan, design, procure, and implement manufacturing equipment and system changes aligned with product and business requirements.
• Validate process capability and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards prior to launch.
• Manage change management activities related to new product and process introductions.

Manufacturing Operations & Line Quality

• Lead resolution of manufacturing line quality issues using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Improve cycle time, productivity, and throughput of production lines.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (CFT) to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Develop and maintain manufacturing process documentation and standardized work.

Continuous Improvement & Benchmarking

• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives using Lean and waste-reduction methodologies.
• Benchmark best practices across plants and global regions to improve performance.
• Utilize digital tools and manufacturing analysis-led design principles to simulate and optimize manufacturing processes.

Global & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with global teams on inter-region projects and manufacturing standardization initiatives.
• Lead communication and influence stakeholders including business leaders, functional teams, and external partners.
• Coach and support key stakeholders to ensure project and operational success.

Safety, Ergonomics & Compliance

• Lead ergonomic improvements and workstation design enhancements aligned with Cummins ergonomic guidelines.
• Drive machine guarding improvements to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Support IATF and other quality audits to ensure adherence to Quality Management Systems.
• Champion proactive health and safety behaviors to promote an injury-free workplace.

Technical & Engineering Leadership

• Interpret product and equipment drawings to design optimal manufacturing processes.
• Lead equipment/capital procurement aligned with manufacturing specifications.
• Oversee tool and fixture design to ensure functional and quality requirements are met.
• Apply advanced manufacturing principles to improve equipment capability and process robustness.

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:
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or related field, or equivalent experience.
• May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience handling VPI projects and ensuring manufacturing readiness.
• Proven ability to resolve line quality issues using structured problem-solving tools.
• Expertise in cycle time reduction, productivity improvement, and OEE enhancement.
• Knowledge of IATF and quality audit requirements.
• Proficiency in change management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Understanding of ergonomic process design and machine guarding standards.
• Capability in manufacturing simulation, digital tools, and analysis-led design.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder influence skills.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications:
Experience

• Intermediate level of relevant manufacturing or engineering experience required.
• Experience leading capital projects, equipment implementation, or process changes.
• Demonstrated success in improving line performance, productivity, and OEE.
• Experience working with global teams and cross-functional stakeholders preferred.
• Exposure to regulated manufacturing environments and audit processes preferred.