Manufacturing Engineer

Tecumseh; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tecumseh in Tupelo, Mississippi is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop systems and processes that improve quality and efficiency. This role involves collaborating with teams and leading projects that enhance manufacturing operations and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has an engineering degree or equivalent experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and proficiency in AutoCAD. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential attributes for this position.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and practical hands-on experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a professional attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy of results.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and safety.
• Provide daily engineering support to troubleshoot production issues.
• Specify, evaluate, and implement manufacturing equipment and automation solutions.
• Lead or support manufacturing projects related to capacity expansion and process upgrades.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Effective communication

Solutions mindset

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Engineering degree or relevant experience

Job description

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer will work independently and/or in collaboration with others to develop systems, processes, fixtures, and machines that result in the manufacture of high-quality products. Additionally, the ME would be a contributing part of continuous improvement, safety, and other operational initiatives.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Process Design & Improvement
  • Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and safety.
  • Analyze production workflows and implement process improvements using continuous improvement methodologies.
• Production Support
  • Provide daily engineering support to manufacturing operations, troubleshooting production issues and minimizing downtime.
  • Collaborate with supervisors, maintenance, quality, and operations teams to resolve technical problems.
• Tooling, Equipment & Automation
  • Specify, evaluate, and implement manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and automation solutions. Lead equipment installations, validations, and process startups.
  • Develop and improve preventive maintenance actions for critical operations.
• Project Management
  • Lead or support manufacturing projects related to capacity expansion, cost reduction, new product introduction, and process upgrades.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Personal Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and practical hands‑on experience
• Communicate effectively with a professional attitude
• Ability to take direction and work through ambiguous situations
• Solutions mindset and critical thinking skills
• Excellent general computer skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy of results
• Ability to work with a team
• Proficiency in AutoCAD preferred

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Engineering degree or relevant experience in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering