Manufacturing Engineer

Vertiv; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, develop efficient workflows, ensure safety, and improve product quality. This role blends hands-on engineering with strategic planning to drive continuous improvement in production operations.

The successful candidate will lead process improvements, design fixtures, support PFMEA activities, and contribute to ISO quality initiatives while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical field required.
• 0–3 years' experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Lean certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cost, scrap and cycle time.
• Lead PFMEA and risk mitigation activities for manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain work instructions and fixtures supporting production.
• Support ISO Quality System and Lean initiatives across operations.
• Provide production support and troubleshooting for equipment and processes.
• Manage projects to ensure on-time delivery and measurable improvements.

Skills

Process improvement

Lean manufacturing

PFMEA

Project management

Fixture design

Production support

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Vertiv Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The role will be responsible for optimizing our manufacturing processes, developing efficient workflows, ensuring safety, and improving the quality of our products. This role involves a blend of hands‑on engineering and strategic planning to drive continuous improvement and support production operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Process Improvement and workflow optimization

• Identify, plan, design, and implement key projects to improve quality, reduce cost, increase productivity, ensure safety, and improve cycle time by minimizing wasted time, scrap, rework, etc., resulting in significant efficiency improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Lead and design strategies for improving processes within the Operations organization.
• Employ Lean methodologies and tools to accomplish business objectives.
• Act as an advisor to the production team regarding projects, tasks, and operations.
• Some automation work is to be expected.
• Support ISO Quality System, Quality Policy, Continuous Improvement efforts, and utilize Lean Manufacturing Principles.
• Create work Instructions for production associates.
• Develop, document, and maintain detailed work instructions for manufacturing processes.

Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

• Conduct PFMEA to identify and mitigate potential risks in manufacturing processes.

Project Management

• Ensure projects are completed on time.
• Manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs.
• Lead and direct the work of others.

Fixture Design and Fabrication

• Collaborate with the Engineering Department to design, validate, and fabricate fixtures to support product development, testing, and production.

Production Support

• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and machine issues as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of cost control, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work in a light manufacturing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field required, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering preferred. Experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• 0 to 3 years' experience in a manufacturing production environment preferred.
• 0 to 3+ years' experience in equipment design and assembly processes preferred
• Lean Certification preferred.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Light manufacturing

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• None

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With more than 30,000 people worldwide and nearly $8 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 130 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].

Work AuthorizationNo calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.