Manufacturing Engineer I — Onsite Process Optimizer & Collaborator

GEA Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

12 paid holidays and 136 hours PTO

7% 401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentive program

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings/Spending Accounts

Job summary

GEA Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I for our 100% onsite role at the Ga—sville, WI facility. You will optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety, collaborating with Production, QA, and R&D to support daily operations and continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 0–5 years of experience, with CAD and ERP proficiency and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. Base pay ranges with a discretionary bonus may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 0-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related roles.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and ERP systems preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exposure to automation and robotics preferred.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the optimization of manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Work with cross-functional teams to assist in continuous improvement activities and support daily manufacturing operations.
• Assist in designing and improving manufacturing processes, procedures, and layouts under guidance.
• Support workflow and layout analysis with direction from senior engineers.
• Help maintain process control techniques to improve manufacturing processes and reduce costs.
• Participate in the implementation of new manufacturing technologies, methods, and techniques.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to develop and implement quality control procedures.
• Assist with manufacturability reviews and documentation for new product development.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

Job description

GEA Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I for our 100% onsite role at the Ga—sville, WI facility. You will optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety, collaborating with Production, QA, and R&D to support daily operations and continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 0–5 years of experience, with CAD and ERP proficiency and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. Base pay ranges with a discretionary bonus may apply.