Manufacturing Engineer

Tecumseh; Verona (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tecumseh is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Verona, Mississippi to work on developing systems and processes for high-quality product manufacturing. The role involves designing and optimizing manufacturing processes while providing engineering support and overseeing projects for capacity and cost management.

Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree or relevant experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work collaboratively. Proficiency in AutoCAD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Mechanical aptitude and practical hands-on experience are essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work through ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and safety.
• Provide daily engineering support to minimize downtime.
• Lead or support projects related to capacity expansion and cost reduction.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Education

Engineering degree or relevant experience in manufacturing

Tools

AutoCAD

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