Lean Manufacturing Engineer: Lead Projects & Improvements

nVent; Anoka (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead projects across our global operations, driving Lean improvements and process optimization. You will coordinate resources, manage costs and schedules, and ensure objectives are met.

Preferred candidates have CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), ERP/PLM experience (JD Edwards/Enovia), and a background in automation. This role emphasizes problem-solving, communication, and strong project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required.
• 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks or AutoCAD).
• Experience with ERP (JD Edwards) and PLM (Enovia).
• Experience with automation equipment preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned manufacturing projects: plans, resources, costs, schedules, status.
• Facilitate process improvements using Lean tools to optimize layouts and reduce waste.
• Work with operators and planners to improve layouts, line balancing, and troubleshooting.
• Support business unit improvement plans using value stream maps and metrics.
• Lead and support CAPEX projects from justification to startup.
• Review and create work instructions, process documentation, routing.
• Implement fixtures, tooling, and process improvements to boost safety, quality, efficiency.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

JD Edwards

Enovia PLM

Job description

nVent is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead projects across our global operations, driving Lean improvements and process optimization. You will coordinate resources, manage costs and schedules, and ensure objectives are met.

Preferred candidates have CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), ERP/PLM experience (JD Edwards/Enovia), and a background in automation. This role emphasizes problem-solving, communication, and strong project management skills.