Manufacturing Engineer

Boyd Thermal Solutions Inc.; Wetumpka (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Thermal Solutions Inc. in Wetumpka, AL is seeking a manufacturing engineer to provide technical expertise for custom thermal management solutions. You will bridge product and process engineering, supporting cost estimates, NPI data packages, and shop-floor execution.

The role requires a BS in engineering and 5+ years in manufacturing, with strong CAD/SolidWorks, ERP, GD&T, and project-management skills. Travel is limited; on-site work in a fast-paced environment is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering with 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; ERP systems, CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Knowledge of BOM structures, process routings, DFM, GD&T and PPAP.

Responsibilities

• Cost estimating: review requirements and prepare cost to manufacture estimates.
• New Product Introduction: create data packages, BOMs, routes, ECOs, CAD drawings.
• Product/program management: support released jobs on the shop floor.
• Process maintenance: drive process development and ensure key departments' compliance.
• Quality MRB: disposition non-compliant product and create rework or scrap orders.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

ERP systems

Oracle

BOM structures

CAD software

SolidWorks

DFM practices

GD&T

Statistical analysis

Project management

NPI

Lean

PFMEA

Control Plans

PPAP

ISO9000/AS9100

Education

BS in engineering

Tools

ERP software

CAD (SolidWorks)

Job description

I. JOB PURPOSE

The manufacturing engineer at Boyd Thermal Wetumpka provides technical expertise to support development, implementation, and fabrication of custom thermal management solutions. This engineering position serves as a role between a product and process engineer.

II. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/JOB FUNCTIONS

Cost Estimating: Review product requirements to assess manufacturability. Prepare cost to manufacture estimates to the sales team for new products. Maintain system costing for existing products.

New Product Introduction (NPI): Implement complete manufacturing data packages to allow for successful execution by the factory team. This includes ERP system creation of part numbers, BoMs, routes, and ECOs along with CAD models, drawings, and work instructions. Review specification requirements to ensure compliance.

Product/Program Management: Oversee and support released jobs on the shop floor. This may include analysis for customers, process oversight, and fixture development.

Process Maintenance: Handle technical process development and own overall process compliance for key departments in the factory. These may include dip braze, heat treat, solder, and weld.

Quality MRB: Disposition non‑compliant product for your responsible processes. Create rework orders or scrap parts as required.

III. JOB SCOPE

1) Job Complexity: Works on assignments that are complex in nature and requires high‑level decision making to efficiently solve problems. Will exercise judgement to recommend actions to be taken in critical business situations.

2. Supervisory Responsibility: None, no direct reports. May provide training to shop personnel for responsible processes.

3. Contacts/Interaction: Will interact with every facet of the business to complete daily tasks. Sales – Process cost estimates and review new orders for NPI work. Customers – Product development, print/spec questions, program updates. Purchasing – Arrange orders for long lead items and process specific equipment/consumables. Vendors/Suppliers – Communicate requirements. Production Control - Work order maintenance and project scheduling. Quality Assurance - MRB/RMA activities and spec compliance. All Manufacturing Departments - Shop support. Other Boyd facilities - QA issues, part review and support.

4. Decision Making: Has high-level decision‑making responsibility. Failure to make accurate decisions or achieving results will directly impact operations.

IV. JOB QUALIFICATIONS

1. Educational Background (minimum level needed to perform) and/or Previous Work Experience (minimal level years and what kind) BS in engineering with 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

2. Special Skills and Abilities (computer, language, interpersonal skills, etc.) Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint. General knowledge of ERP systems; Oracle preferred. Knowledge of BOM structures and process routings. Proficient in CAD software; SolidWorks preferred. Knowledge of DFM practices for a variety of product types. Experience in tolerancing and GD&T. Knowledge of machine shop practices in a variety of different areas. Knowledge of statistical analysis tools. Excellent communication and project management skills, Gantt charts. Problem solving skills include root cause and corrective & preventative action. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with shifting priorities. Working knowledge of NPI, 8D, Lean, DFM, PFMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP. General knowledge of ISO9000 or AS9100 standards and performing audits. Experience with Defense and Aerospace products and requirements.

3. Licenses Needed, Certifications, Special Training Courses None required. SolidWorks certified preferred. Lean green belt or higher a plus.

4. Cultural Requirement- Ability to function as a team player. Work in a manufacturing environment. Ability to accept personal accountability for successful job performance of self and limited accountability for others. Ability to initiate and offer suggestions aimed at improving service to our customers. Ability to communicate with inter-company, intra-company, customers, and vendors as required. (These skills would include phone skills, written skills, and email skills.) Travel: Less than 10%. May include occasional support for a customer or vendor audit.

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Job Posting Locations Wetumpka Remote Type On-Site

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Boyd Thermal is now part of Eaton—bringing together two strong teams to serve high-growth markets like AI, aerospace, and data centers. The combination of Boyd Thermal’s advanced thermal capabilities and Eaton’s power‑management expertise creates a best-in-class, end-to-end portfolio that improves reliability and speed for customers. Eaton is investing in both the technology and the people to scale globally, marking the start of a new growth chapter. As integration progresses, some employment programs or benefits may change for select employees. Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy and helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges.