Manufacturing Engineer

City of Shakopee, MN; Nilai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical support across Engineering, QA, Machining, Welding, and Production. The role drives localization, cost reduction, and productivity improvements while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will interpret drawings, manage BOMs in Oracle, and help implement new product introductions with setup, validation, and operator training. Strong English skills and ERP proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 2+ years in manufacturing with process development and production support.
• Strong English verbal and written communication.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting mechanical assembly operations.
• Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving skills.
• MS Office and ERP systems proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across Manufacturing Engineering, QA, Machining, Welding, and Production.
• Drive product localization through process capability improvement and tech transfer.
• Lead cost reduction, productivity, and operational excellence projects.
• Support goals, safety, quality and continuous improvement culture.
• Offer engineering support to Manufacturing, Customer Service, Planning, IPM, and QA teams.
• Collaborate to interpret drawings, specs, and docs to determine manufacturing needs.
• Develop BOMs and routing structures in Oracle.
• Ensure drawings, specs, and docs are updated promptly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues to minimize downtime.
• Support new product introductions including setup, validation, training.
• Develop work instructions and SOPs for operators.
• Engage in CSN reviews and customer discussions as needed.
• Support safety initiatives and KPIs.
• Work with cross-functional teams to hit production targets and costs.

Skills

Verbal and written English

Root Cause Analysis

Structured problem-solving

Interpreting engineering drawings

Collaboration across functions

MS Office proficiency

Shop floor support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical/Electronic, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Ensure smooth assembly operations by providing technical support across Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, Machining, Welding, and Production functions.
• Drive product localization initiatives through process capability enhancement and transfer of technical expertise.
• Lead and support cost reduction, productivity improvement, and operational excellence projects.
• Support company goals, policies, and objectives while promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Provide engineering support to Manufacturing, Customer Service, Planning, Integrated Project Management (IPM), and Quality teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and corporate documentation to determine manufacturing requirements and processing procedures for new and revised products.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) and routing structures in Oracle.
• Ensure engineering drawings, specifications, and related documentation are updated accurately and in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing, assembly, and production issues to minimize operational disruptions.
• Support new product introductions, including equipment setup, process validation, and operator training.
• Develop work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training materials for operators and supervisors.
• Participate in Customer Service Notifications (CSN) reviews and customer discussions when required.
• Support departmental and site-level safety initiatives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets, project milestones, quality objectives, and cost goals.

Who You Are:

• You are a hands-on problem solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You collaborate effectively across functions, apply structured problem-solving techniques, and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, quality, and operational performance. You are customer-focused, technically competent, and committed to delivering results safely and efficiently.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical/Electronic, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to manufacturing documentation, process development, and production support.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing source documents.
• Knowledge of material characteristics and manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting mechanical assembly manufacturing operations.
• Working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ability to support shop floor activities and work closely with production teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience in control valve, actuator, instrumentation, or industrial equipment manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with valve assembly, testing, calibration, and troubleshooting processes.
• Knowledge of fixture and tooling design.
• Experience with Oracle ERP systems, including BOM and routing management.
• Exposure to automation, testing systems, or manufacturing automation technologies.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to support new product introduction (NPI), product localization, and process optimization initiatives.
• Strong operational awareness and ability to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders in a manufacturing environment.

• Understanding of control valve functions, assembly processes, and manufacturing procedures.
• Hands-on experience in valve assembly, testing, and calibration activities.
• Ability to troubleshoot assembly and calibration issues using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process controls, tooling, and fixture design.
• Strong daily operational and stakeholder management skills to support business and production requirements.
  

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.