Fabrication/Manufacturing Engineer

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance – Medical/Prescrip./D

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Wellness Stipend

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance (Financial)

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals - Americas seeks a Fabrication/Manufacturing Engineer to design, improve, and sustain production processes for high-quality products. You will bridge product design and manufacturing, apply new technologies, resolve equipment issues, and streamline workflows using lean principles.

The role involves upgrading machinery, defining production methods, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to scale from prototype to full

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial, or electrical engineering.
• Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks or AutoCAD) and automation systems.
• Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis familiarity.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and refine production methods to boost efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop workflows, equipment layouts, and assembly processes for new and existing products.
• Diagnose and fix equipment problems addressing production bottlenecks.
• Create and maintain quality standards, including testing procedures.
• Identify, install, and validate new manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with design, R&D, and leadership to move prototypes to full-scale production.
• Ensure processes meet health, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PLC programming

Automation systems

Job description

Job Summary The Fabrication/Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, improving, and sustaining production processes to deliver high-quality products efficiently, safely, and at optimal cost. They serve as the link between product design and manufacturing, applying new technologies, resolving equipment issues, and streamlining workflows using lean principles. Their work includes upgrading machinery, defining production methods, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Job Summary The Fabrication/Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, improving, and sustaining production processes to deliver high-quality products efficiently, safely, and at optimal cost. They serve as the link between product design and manufacturing, applying new technologies, resolving equipment issues, and streamlining workflows using lean principles. Their work includes upgrading machinery, defining production methods, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Summary Of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Process Improvement: Evaluate and refine production methods to boost efficiency, minimize waste, and reduce costs
• Production Planning: Develop workflows, arrange equipment layouts, and establish assembly processes for new and existing products
• Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and fix equipment problems while addressing production bottlenecks
• Quality Control: Create and maintain quality standards, including testing and inspection procedures
• Equipment Management: Identify, install, and validate new manufacturing equipment
• Collaboration: Partner with design, R&D, and leadership teams to move products from prototype to full-scale production
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all processes meet health, safety, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering
• Technical Skills: Experience with CAD tools (such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD), PLC programming, and automation systems (e.g., robotics and sensors)
• Methodologies: Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis techniques
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, project management, and communication abilities

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend,
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount
• Tuition reimbursement