Automation & Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Pentair plc; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Pentair plc is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Delavan, WI team. You will develop and improve manufacturing processes across machining, molding, and assembly, partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to drive Lean initiatives and cost reductions.

Responsibilities include leading kaizen events, capital equipment projects, and automation opportunities using robotics, machine vision, CNC automation, and data integration to boost safety, quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Manufacturing engineering experience supporting machining, molding, assembly, or high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Experience leading process improvement and capital equipment projects.
• Experience implementing or supporting manufacturing automation systems.
• Working knowledge of robotics, machine vision systems, automated assembly equipment, and CNC manufacturing processes.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and production systems.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation concepts.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ability to analyze manufacturing processes and develop practical solutions to improve performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and manufacturing documentation systems.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or JDE preferred.
• CAD experience preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing data analysis, OEE metrics, and production performance monitoring.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process improvements, kaizen events, value stream improvements, and waste reduction projects.
• Analyze workflow, labor utilization, equipment capability, space requirements, and manufacturing layouts to maximize operational efficiency.
• Support SQDCC objectives through manufacturing process improvements and problem-solving activities.
• Establish and maintain manufacturing documentation including routings, work instructions, process flows, standard work, and manufacturing specifications.
• Partner with Product Engineering to ensure designs support efficient and scalable manufacturing processes.
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, equipment capacity, and manufacturing costs.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities associated with quality, safety, delivery, and production concerns.
• Participate in PFMEA development, process validation activities, quality planning, and RCCM investigations.
• Support new product introductions and product transfer activities.
• Manage capital equipment and process improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Create and sustain a safe manufacturing environment through process design and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Project Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Microsoft Excel

Industrial Automation

Robotics

Machine Vision Systems

ERP Systems (SAP or JDE)

CAD

PLC Knowledge

Data Analysis (Power BI/SQL/Python)

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD

ERP Systems (SAP/JDE)

PLC Programming

Job description

Pentair plc is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Delavan, WI team. You will develop and improve manufacturing processes across machining, molding, and assembly, partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to drive Lean initiatives and cost reductions.

Responsibilities include leading kaizen events, capital equipment projects, and automation opportunities using robotics, machine vision, CNC automation, and data integration to boost safety, quality, and