Manufacturing Engineer

Xylem; Morton Grove (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Xylem in Morton Grove, IL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and delivery through continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor.

You will lead process improvements, capital projects, equipment optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive cost savings, improve OEE, and ensure manufacturability of products while upholding ISO 9001 and other standards.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in machining, assembly, welding, or industrial environments.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and manufacturing best practices.
• Experience collaborating with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive Manufacturing Excellence and improve safety, quality, productivity, and delivery.
• Support operations through process improvements, capital projects, and equipment optimization.
• Develop efficient processes, routings, tooling, and production standards.
• Analyze bottlenecks and implement throughput improvements, waste reduction, and productivity gains.
• Monitor and improve OEE and production performance metrics.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to reduce defects.
• Develop PFMEAs, process control plans, and risk mitigation activities.
• Support ISO 9001, UL, ASME, and other quality audits.
• Partner with Quality and Operations to improve process capability and manufacturing performance.
• Facilitate Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping initiatives.
• Conduct time studies, establish production standards, and support labor optimization.
• Drive waste and scrap reduction and cost-saving initiatives.
• Support change management activities (ECRs/ECNs).
• Support New Products and Capital Projects: equipment selection, installation, commissioning, validation.
• Review drawings, specs, and BOMs to ensure manufacturability.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

CNC machining

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Xylem does not sponsor employment visas for this position and is unable to accept candidates requiring visa sponsorship or visa transfers.

Location: Morton Grove, IL

Schedule: Onsite, Monday-Friday | Second Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The Role

We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support our Morton Grove manufacturing facility by improving safety, quality, productivity, and delivery performance while driving continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being on the production floor, solving complex manufacturing challenges, leading process improvements, and partnering with cross-functional teams to optimize operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive Manufacturing Excellence
• Support manufacturing operations through process improvements, capital projects, and equipment optimization.
• Develop efficient manufacturing processes, routings, tooling requirements, and production standards.
• Analyze bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve throughput, reduce waste, and increase productivity.
• Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and production performance metrics.
• Improve Quality and Reliability
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to improve quality and reduce defects.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, process control plans, and risk mitigation activities.
• Support ISO 9001, UL, ASME, and other regulatory and quality audits.
• Partner with Quality and Operations teams to improve process capability and manufacturing performance.
• Lead Continuous Improvement
• Facilitate Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping initiatives.
• Conduct time studies, establish production standards, and support labor optimization efforts.
• Drive waste reduction, scrap reduction, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Support engineering change management activities, including ECRs and ECNs.
• Support New Products and Capital Projects
• Assist with equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and validation.
• Support product development, pilot builds, first article inspections, and product transfer activities.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials to ensure manufacturability.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2 - 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in machining, assembly, welding, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and manufacturing best practices.
• Experience collaborating with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.

Preferred:

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with CNC machining, manufacturing testing, and process optimization.
• 3D CAD or SolidWorks experience.
• Experience in engineer-to-order or highly customized manufacturing environments.
• Experience in a union manufacturing environment.
• Automotive, aerospace, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience.

The estimated salary range for this position is $80k to $90k base plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you’ll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees'