Manufacturing Engineer

Oshkosh Defense; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Defense in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to coordinate manufacturing processes, design and evaluate manufacturing methods, and ensure quality across production. The role supports senior engineers and contributes to cost studies and technical proposals.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering or related field, plus 1–2 years of experience. Lean/Six Sigma knowledge and strong Excel skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering or a related field.
• One to two years of experience in manufacturing or engineering roles.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma knowledge is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate manufacturing processes by developing, evaluating and improving methods.
• Support more senior engineers in plant layouts, designs and reporting.
• Manage projects or parts of projects of limited complexity.
• Provide technical assistance for prototype, pilot, or production builds.
• Review space requirements and workspace layouts for maximum efficiency.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

About Oshkosh Defense, An Oshkosh Company

Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

The Manufacturing Engineer will coordinate manufacturing processes by developing, evaluating and improving manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• Under close supervision, perform basic engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned according to Oshkosh Corporation's engineering standards and processes.
• Support more senior engineers in the preparation of plants, designs, computation methods, and reporting.
• Responsible for a project or part of a project of limited complexity; may be responsible for managing multiple projects.
• Provide technical assistance for prototype, pilot, or production build.
• Analyze space requirements, workflow and designs layout for equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Review and process engineering information through change notices, change proposals, continuous improvement requests etc.
• Participate in cost studies, project time estimation, and technical proposals.
• Review legislative and regulatory proposals or actions to determine impact on projects.
• Review and recommend fixture and tooling design.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering or related field.
• One (1) - two (2) or more years of experience.

Standout Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment manufacturing industry or automobile industry.
• Experience with Lean and/or Six Sigma tools.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite; including a strong emphasis on Excel.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Pay Range

$73,200.00 - $117,800.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.