Junior Manufacturing Engineer — Process Optimization

GEA Group; Galesville (WI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

12 paid holidays

PTO 136 hours

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

EAP

Health Savings Account

Job summary

GEA Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I in the United States. You will support optimization of manufacturing processes, work with Production, Quality Assurance and R&D, and help implement new technologies while maintaining cost-effective processes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 0-5 years of manufacturing experience, with CAD (AutoCAD/SolidWorks) and ERP exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 0-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related roles.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and ERP systems preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exposure to automation and robotics preferred.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support optimization of manufacturing processes for efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Assist in designing and improving manufacturing processes, procedures, and layouts.
• Support workflow and layout analysis under guidance from senior engineers.
• Help maintain process control techniques to reduce costs.
• Participate in implementing new manufacturing technologies and methods.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to develop and implement QC procedures.
• Assist with manufacturability reviews and documentation for new products.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Automation exposure

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

GEA Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I in the United States. You will support optimization of manufacturing processes, work with Production, Quality Assurance and R&D, and help implement new technologies while maintaining cost-effective processes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 0-5 years of manufacturing experience, with CAD (AutoCAD/SolidWorks) and ERP exposure preferred.