Lean Manufacturing Engineer — CAD & Process Optimization

Hubbell Incorporated; Knightdale, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and improve production processes for quality and cost efficiency. You will work with cross-functional teams, apply Lean methods, and optimize layouts and tooling for throughput.

The role requires 3+ years of experience, CAD/CAM proficiency (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Candidates should be able to read drawings and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mechanical preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant experience (required).
• Experience with CAD/CAM software, such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD (required).
• Experience with LEAN Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with project management and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Developing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing methods by applying engineering and LEAN principles in fixture design, problem solving, and material selection.
• Analyzing and planning work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency and product flow. Applying Lean Manufacturing methods.
• Conferring with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Studying specifications, engineering blueprints and shop data and conferring with engineering and shop personnel to resolve design problems.
• Preparing tool and fixture concepts, coordinating review and approval by manufacturing staff and developing detailed CAD drawings.
• Conferring with vendors to determine product specifications and arranging for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimating production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Using MTM, MSD, Time Study, or similar formal system for factory time measurement.
• Conferring with management, engineering, operations and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Applying statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Evaluating product lines and recommending changes in production methods, materials and product design to optimize throughput, quality and cost.
• Troubleshooting equipment in downtime situations and working with maintenance to service equipment.
• Providing input to safety committee, Lean Manufacturing Teams, Customer service, QC, Purchasing, etc.
• Working with other HR business partners, HR Centers of Excellence (CoE) and other functional partners (Legal, Finance, IT, etc.) to deliver HR support/services to the business and employees.

Skills

CAD/CAM

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

LEAN

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and improve production processes for quality and cost efficiency. You will work with cross-functional teams, apply Lean methods, and optimize layouts and tooling for throughput.

The role requires 3+ years of experience, CAD/CAM proficiency (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Candidates should be able to read drawings and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.