Manufacturing Engineer

Allison Transmission; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Employer HSA contribution

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401K with company match

Job summary

Allison Transmission in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes that meet product specifications and quality standards.

You will design tooling and test methods, study product requirements, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput and reduce defects across production equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering discipline.
• 3+ years' experience in Manufacturing Engineer or similar role.
• Preferred: 5+ years' experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with Unigraphics and other CAD programs.
• Experience in gear/spline manufacturing, gear geometry, analytical gear evaluation.
• CNC programming experience with machine control systems.
• Project management experience related to machine procurement, cost analysis, and process validation.
• Experience in grinding, turning, machining center equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of manufacturing systems with focus on continuous improvement for quality and throughput.
• Direct the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Study product requirements, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Ensure product and process quality by designing testing methods and establishing standards.
• Provide technical support for plant operations.
• Analyze process elements and equipment deficiencies for improvements.
• Implement and support safety and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Analytical ability

Oral and written communication

Tooling and manufacturing processes

Interpersonal skills

Machine and manufacturing processes

Gear and spline experience

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Tools

Unigraphics

CAD programs

Job description

## Manufacturing EngineerApplylocations: Indianapolis, INtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R007900**JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS**Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.Learn more about this role and how you can begin *driving your career forward!***Benefits:**The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.* Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage* Employer HSA contribution* Dental & Vision Insurance* Paid Parental Leave* Short & Long-Term Disability* Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance* 401K with generous Company match & contribution* Accrued Paid Time Off* 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday* Robust employee wellness program* Tuition assistance program**Job Description:****Summary:**The Manufacturing Engineer position develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Responsible for the design and/or testing of tooling and equipment and/or planning the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant.**Responsibilities:*** Assist in the development of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of production equipment.* Work is of a technical nature where decisions are made within general practices and procedures, where supervision is available to handle unusual situations.* Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes.* Study product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.* Apply knowledge of product design fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.* Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.* Occasional instruction, training, and assignment of work to a small group of employees.* Analyze process elements for improved manufacturing capability.* Analyze equipment deficiencies for manufacturing improvements.* Provide technical support for specific plant operations.* Physical presence in the workplace is an essential function.* Implements and actively supports the plant and corporate safety policies and initiatives.* Implement safety and good housekeeping standards.* Other duties as assigned.**Skills/Competencies:*** High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.* Effective oral and written communication skills.* Knowledge of tooling, manufacturing process, and manufacturing equipment required.* High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.* Understanding of machine and manufacturing processes.* Direct manufacturing experience with at least one of the following component groups: rotating and reciprocating components, gears, and/or prismatic parts.**Qualifications:**Required:* Bachelor Degree in Engineering discipline.**Experience:**Required:* 3+ years' experience in Manufacturing Engineer or similar role.Preferred:* 5+ years' experience as Manufacturing Engineer in manufacturing environment.* Experience working with Unigraphics and other CAD programs.* Experience in gear/spline manufacturing, gear geometry, analytical gear evaluation.* CNC programming experience with a thorough knowledge of machine control systems.* Project management experience with regard to machine procurement, cost analysis, and process validation.* Experience in part processing using various grinding, turning, machining center equipment.**Scope Factors:*** Experienced professional role: Requires an understanding of broad concepts related to a professional field.* Potentially a highly experienced employee in a professional role through years of work-related experience.* Frequently interacts with direct manager and direct team members.* Occasionally interacts with peers within broader function or across functions.,* Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise.* Builds knowledge of the organization, processes and customers.* Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline/ still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills.* Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures, Individual contributor, or may coordinate and supervise activities of non-exempt/hourly workers.* Work typically impacts direct peers, supervisors and cross functional partners.Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at *[e-mail]*.Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.