Manufacturing Engineer

Rockwell Automation; Mequon, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Time off

Parental and Caregiver Leave

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Rockwell Automation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Mequon, WI operations team. The role focuses on owning processes, solving floor issues, and partnering with engineering on NPI and product improvements.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience, with Lean/Six Sigma knowledge and proficiency in MS Office. On-site work in Mequon, with strong emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Typically requires 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma concepts preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Own and support assigned manufacturing processes; troubleshoot and resolve production issues to maintain flow.
• Develop, standardize, and improve manufacturing methods, processes, and work instructions.
• Partner with design engineering on new product introduction (NPI) and ongoing product improvements.
• Drive process improvements using Lean/Six Sigma principles to improve quality, productivity, and safety.
• Participate in DFM/DFA, PFMEA, and design reviews.
• Define tooling, fixtures, and equipment requirements; support capital justification, procurement, and validation.
• Support MES and manufacturing systems implementation and enhancements.
• Contribute to plant productivity initiatives and risk reduction efforts (safety/ergonomics).
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve operational goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Maintain documentation, reporting, and manufacturing data systems.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field

Bachelor of Science in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

## Manufacturing EngineerApply: On-site: Mequon, Wisconsin, United States: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R26-7436Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!Job DescriptionJoin Rockwell Automation's operations team in Mequon, WI as a Manufacturing Engineer, where you'll play a hands-on role in keeping production moving and improving how we build. This is a high-impact position for a problem solver who enjoys owning processes end-to-end—troubleshooting issues on the floor, partnering with engineering on new product launches, and driving practical improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and throughput. If you're looking for a role with real accountability, visibility, and the opportunity to influence how work gets done, this is it. You will work onsite in Mequon, WI.**Your Responsibilities:*** Own and support assigned manufacturing processes; troubleshoot and resolve production issues to maintain flow.* Develop, standardize, and improve manufacturing methods, processes, and work instructions.* Partner with design engineering on new product introduction (NPI) and ongoing product improvements.* Drive process improvements using Lean/Six Sigma principles to improve quality, productivity, and safety.* Participate in DFM/DFA, PFMEA, and design reviews.* Define tooling, fixtures, and equipment requirements; support capital justification, procurement, and validation.* Support MES and manufacturing systems implementation and enhancements.* Contribute to plant productivity initiatives and risk reduction efforts (safety/ergonomics).* Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve operational goals.* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.* Maintain documentation, reporting, and manufacturing data systems.**The Essentials - You Will Have:*** Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field.* Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.**The Preferred - You Might Also Have:*** Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.* Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.* Experience with Project Management, Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA).* Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma tools and methodologies.* Capability for MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and Microsoft Outlook.**What We Offer:*** Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision* 401k* Paid Time off* Parental and Caregiver Leave* Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.* To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.#LI-LifeAtRok#LI-Onsite#LI-AO1We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at [phone].Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 28,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!