2nd Shift Manufacturing Automation Engineer

JLG Industries; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JLG Industries, an Oshkosh company, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer Associate for 2nd shift to support off-shift manufacturing operations focused on automated equipment, tooling, and production processes.

The role involves troubleshooting tooling issues, assisting with engineering changes, and helping with layouts and 3D-printed tooling while collaborating with the Controls Engineer. This entry-level position offers hands-on automation exposure and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hands-on internship/co-op in manufacturing, automation, or controls is preferred.
• Experience with CAD/3D modeling and tooling design is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform basic engineering calculations and investigations.
• Support senior engineers with plant designs and reports.
• Assist with layouts and 3D-printed tooling.
• Prepare vehicle layouts and component drawings with supporting calculations.
• Select parts for cost and quality efficiency.
• Follow projects on assembly floor and assist as needed.
• Create bills of material and assembly drawings; adhere to schedules.
• Use CAD tools to support engineering projects.

Skills

Hands-on internship / co-op experience

Automation troubleshooting

PLCs & controls systems familiarity

Robotics / sensors know-how

CAD / 3D modeling software

3D printing / additive tooling design

Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma

Mechanical troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD/3D modeling software

CAD tooling layouts

Job description

JLG Industries, an Oshkosh company, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer Associate for 2nd shift to support off-shift manufacturing operations focused on automated equipment, tooling, and production processes.

The role involves troubleshooting tooling issues, assisting with engineering changes, and helping with layouts and 3D-printed tooling while collaborating with the Controls Engineer. This entry-level position offers hands-on automation exposure and growth opportunities.