Manufacturing Engineer

Dotson Iron Castings; York, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems is seeking a manufacturing engineer to develop and improve industrial manufacturing methods, applying knowledge of product design, materials, tooling and equipment capabilities to raise capability and quality.

You will communicate capabilities to support production, coordinate with vendors on specifications, and contribute to safety and 5S standards. Bachelor’s degree and 0–3 years’ experience preferred; Python and CAD skills optional.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 0–3 years experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and work independently.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; willingness to learn CAD tools.
• Comfortable with PLC concepts and factory floor troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates and improves industrial manufacturing methods.
• Communicates capabilities to facilitate production processes.
• Confer with vendors to determine process specifications and purchase decisions.
• Specify peripheral equipment specs and write capital expense requests.
• Develop statements of work for equipment upgrades.
• Assist Maintenance to return equipment to operation.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Keyence).
• Understand load cells, analog inputs, hydraulics; panel troubleshooting.
• Adhere to 5S, safety, environmental and quality policies.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

5S

Quality control

MS Office

Python (optional)

AutoCAD (optional)

SolidWorks (optional)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Keyence

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Posted Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Job Summary

Develops, evaluates and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.

Job Duties

• Communicate manufacturing capabilities, or other information to facilitate production processes
• Confer with vendors to determine specifications of processes and arrange equipment, material purchase and equipment.
• Specify peripheral equipment specifications and write capital expense requests as needed.
• Develop statements of work for equipment upgrades (Controls Upgrade)
• Assist the Maintenance Dept when needed to return the equipment to operational standard.
• PLC Programming with Allen Braley, Keyence and/or Siemens
• Understanding and troubleshooting of load cells, Analog inputs (0-10Vdc or 4-20Ma)
• Understanding of basic Hydraulics and troubleshooting.
• Comfortable working in 480VAC Panels, for troubleshooting
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures

Experience and Education

• Perform work under supervision
• Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to more experienced staff
• Willingness to learn and grow with Maclean Power
• Bachelor's degree 0 to 3 years of experience preferred, or equivalent industrial experience will be considered for the right skill set.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Problem-solving skills and Analytical thinking skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Optional, Knowledge to program in Python
• Optional, Equip Mechanical, Welding, Mig/Tig/Gas
• Optional, Experience with AUTOCAD, Solid Works Software Packages
• Optional, Some Machining, Small Machining Center and Small Lathe, Basic Operation.
• Work with Key Vendors to resolve problems with equipment.
• Work with Vendors on equipment quotes and capital projects
• General understanding of PLC’s; Allen Bradley, Siemens, Keyence

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.