Manufacturing Engineer

Carrier; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental,

Retirement Benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Carrier Indianapolis manufacturing plant is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to troubleshoot, modify, and optimize equipment in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. You will collaborate with maintenance, tool room, and production to implement preventive maintenance, cost reductions, and safety improvements while aligning with OSHA and Carrier policies.

Required: Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in operations or engineering; experience with Logix 5000, Siemens PLCs, VFDs, AutoCAD, and MS Office

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in Operations or Engineering.
• Experience within a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with A/B Control Logix 5000, Siemens S7 PLCs, VFDs, pneumatic and hydraulic controls.
• Experience applying Six Sigma/Lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Respond urgently to plant issues and emergencies, serving as the technical expert during unplanned events and driving corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot equipment and tooling issues; provide technical support to maintenance, tool room and production.
• Plan, coordinate and implement repairs, modifications and improvements to equipment and tooling.
• Lead Kaizen events to improve line output and efficiency.
• Ensure proper release of equipment to production after maintenance or repairs.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communic

Work with minimal guidance

Energetic, hands-on; drive change

Analytical and data-driven decision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

ControlLogix 5000

Siemens S7 PLCs

VFD motors

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting‑edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world‑class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About This Role

The Indianapolis manufacturing plant has an opportunity to become a key contributor to the overall Operations team. In this role as a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll be responsible for troubleshooting, modifying, and acquiring equipment in a fast paced, high-volume manufacturing plant.

We are looking for candidates with 2+ years of technical experience, whether in manufacturing or other industries, who excel at fostering collaboration, achieving results, analyzing data, and decision making. Your transferable skills and fresh perspectives are highly valued, as we recognize the strength of diverse backgrounds. This role offers significant opportunities to grow your career with Carrier and take on greater leadership responsibilities within a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond urgently to plant issues and emergencies, acting as the technical expert during unplanned events and drive implementation of effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Troubleshoot equipment and tooling issues; providing technical support to maintenance, tool room and production, as requested.
• Recommend, specify and implement preventive maintenance procedures.
• Plan, coordinate and implement repairs, modifications and improvements to equipment and tooling.
• Ensure equipment is properly released to production after preventative maintenance or repairs.
• Lead Kaizen events resulting in higher line output and greater efficiency.
• Utilize maintenance and tooling management system, purchase order system and various other planning systems.
• Innovate and implement cost reduction, quality, safety, and ergonomic improvement ideas for the operations team.
• Model and promote adherence to OSHA regulations and Carrier environmental, health and safety policies and initiatives.
• Fostering a positive working relationship with union representatives by adhering to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of experience in Operations or Engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with A/B Control Logix 5000, Siemens S7 PLC’s, various VFD motor controls.
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic controls.
• Automation and/or tooling troubleshooting experience preferred.Energetic, hands‑on; able to drive change and continuous improvement.
• Experience applying Six Sigma/Lean manufacturing principles.
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships with production employees, peers and manufacturing management.
• Ability to work with minimal guidance and direction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in a union environment is preferred.
• Strong computer and system skills, including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $64,500.00 - $129,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation

Thisposition may be entitled to short‑term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits
• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days fromJobPosting Date: 2 November 2026

Use of AI

Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.