Manufacturing Engineer - Equipment & SQL/Ignition CI

Hörmann North America; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Hörmann North America is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support daily production operations, troubleshoot equipment, and assist with process improvements. The role focuses on maintaining equipment performance and efficiency across production lines.

The position collaborates with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. A strong mechanical background and PLC/SQL/Ignition familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with PLC programming.
• Familiarity with SQL and Ignition.
• Ability to read technical drawings and documentation.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with CAD or 3D modeling software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and systems to support daily production.
• Perform routine equipment setup, adjustments, and changeovers.
• Assist in the installation and startup of new equipment and production lines.
• Identify equipment inefficiencies and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform basic root cause analysis on equipment and process issues and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Perform basic problem solving activities and A3 style problem solving activities.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and coordinate with maintenance teams as needed.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and equipment documentation.
• Assist in developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Conduct basic system or product testing as required.
• Document production issues, equipment performance, and corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

PLC programming

SQL

Ignition

CAD/3D modeling

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing/Industrial Technology/Mechatronics

Tools

CAD/3D modeling

PLC programming

SQL

Ignition

Job description

Hörmann North America is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support daily production operations, troubleshoot equipment, and assist with process improvements. The role focuses on maintaining equipment performance and efficiency across production lines.

The position collaborates with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. A strong mechanical background and PLC/SQL/Ignition familiarity are essential.