Manufacturing Engineer

Ingersoll Rand; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Mocksville, NC to help design and refine production methods for improved productivity and safety compliance. You will work with design, quality, and operations teams to implement improvements that reduce costs and streamline workflows.

The role emphasizes machine tooling, CAD/CAM/CAE skills, and hands-on process optimization to support ISO 9001:2015 standards while maintaining high quality and safety. Onsite with light travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial or mechanical engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Strong problem solving and project management abilities.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma practices.

Responsibilities

• Suggests, evaluates, implements & manages multiple manufacturing projects from beginning to end.
• Evaluates, develops and implements machining processes on current or future assets.
• Implements capital equipment including evaluation, selection, run-offs, and implementation.
• Maintains manufacturing best practices including precision machining, lean manufacturing, and machine tool / tooling technologies.
• Leads special projects including NPD, insourcing, productivity and capital procurement.
• Develops manufacturing routings internal and sub-con operations.
• Leads machine tool installations throughout the entire process.
• Supports production efforts through troubleshooting manufacturing issues.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Attention to detail

Innovation

Leadership

Safety awareness

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/industrial/mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM/CAE

MS Office

MS Project

Inspection tools

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title

Manufacturing Engineer

Location

Mocksville, NC

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission‑critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end‑markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset.

Job Overview

In this role as a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of production processes. The Manufacturing Engineer is tasked with designing and refining manufacturing methods to boost productivity while maintaining high‑quality standards and ensuring safety protocols. They work closely with various departments, such as design, quality, and operations, to implement improvements that reduce costs and streamline workflows.

Responsibilities

• Suggests, evaluates, implements & manages multiple manufacturing projects from beginning to end
• Evaluates, develops and implements machining processes on current or future assets
• Implements capital equipment including evaluation, selection, run‑offs, and implementation
• Maintains manufacturing best practices including precision machining, lean manufacturing, and machine tool / tooling technologies
• Evaluates non‑conforming material and provides proper disposition
• Leads special projects including NPD, insourcing, productivity and capital procurement
• Designs tooling, gages and fixtures using 3D modeling software
• Develops manufacturing routings internal and sub‑con operations
• Leads machine tool installations throughout the entire process
• Supports production efforts through troubleshooting manufacturing issues
• Ensures compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards
• Supports safety and environmental practices
• Performs other duties assigned by immediate supervisor

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.

Core Competencies

• Technical Expertise: knowledge of manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Problem‑Solving: Analytical skills to develop effective solutions.
• Project Management: Ability to manage projects from start to finish efficiently.
• Collaboration: Experience working with cross‑functional teams.
• Continuous Improvement: Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Attention to Detail: To ensure quality and compliance.
• Innovation: Creative thinking to introduce new manufacturing solutions.
• Leadership: Ability to train and guide production staff.
• Safety Awareness: Strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols.
• Strong analytical ability to solve issues such as manufacturing problems and dimensional or calculation errors.
• Solid understanding of electro‑mechanical assembly and machining processes and overall business operations.
• Fluent using inspection tools, techniques and their application to the engineering requirements.
• Comprehensive understanding of machine tool operations.
• In‑depth knowledge of CNC Programming, CAD / CAM / CAE, MS Office Software, and MS Project.
• Competent in advanced engineering drawings including GD&T and tolerance analysis.

Preferences

• Ability to prioritize tasks, and carry out root cause analysis.
• Ability to communicate at all levels internally, customers and suppliers.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Techniques and ability to create standard work.
• Fluent using inspection tools, techniques and their application to the engineering requirements.
• Proficient in gear or helical grinding.
• Understanding of rotary screw compressors and/or centrifugal compressors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

• Onsite with up to 15% travel.

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.