Manufacturing Engineer I or II - BLUvera

Mortenson; Minnesota; On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Life/AD&D/disability insurance

No-cost mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

BLUvera, a Mortenson affiliate, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer I or II to lead plant process improvements and develop efficient manufacturing processes. This role provides hands-on maintenance and engineering support across St. Paul and new Fridley facilities, with emphasis on safety, quality, and cost control.

Bachelor's in Engineering and 3+ years in process engineering are required. Reporting to Senior Manufacturing Engineer or Engineering Manager, you will collaborate across safety, quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of assembly/manufacturing experience in process engineering/maintenance with emphasis on continuous process improvement.
• Demonstrated experience in equipment maintenance, process improvement, and product design.
• Understanding of construction scopes (framing, electrical, exterior finishes, interior finishes).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent root cause analysis skills.
• Proven problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Experience leading continuous improvement and change management activities.
• Familiarity with electrical systems and UL compliance.
• Proven Lean manufacturing experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Active listening skills and effective communication; openness to diverse input and feedback.

Responsibilities

• Leads engineering process improvement of plant operations, collaborating with safety, quality, and environmental teams.
• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing processes; documents changes.
• Implements process control techniques and procedures.
• Analyzes manufacturing process flow for improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
• Collaborates with plant team on product tooling and design for effective production methods.
• Designs and develops manufacturing processes for enhancements, product changes, and new products with zero defects and low production cost.
• Provides hands-on maintenance and engineering support to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Identifies, documents, and completes preventative maintenance tasks.
• Works with production department to develop and implement technical training for team members.
• Creates and maintains documentation of tool drawings and design concepts.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of all processes and production equipment.
• Utilizes lean methodologies and tools to achieve plant goals.
• Builds relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Process engineering

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Manufacturing process improvement

Hands-on maintenance

Team collaboration

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

SUMMARY BLUvera is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I or II to join the construction products manufacturing and fabrication process engineering department. This role is responsible for leading process improvements in plant operations, developing and implementing manufacturing processes, and providing hands‑on maintenance and engineering support. Please note - we have multiple openings available between the St. Paul facility and our new Fridley facility. Reporting directly to the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer or Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer will ensure plant objectives in safety, quality, customer service, and cost are met through efficient and effective operations. The ideal candidate will have a combination of previous hands‑on and design experience in equipment maintenance, process, and product design.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads engineering process improvement of plant operations, collaborating with safety, quality, and environmental teams
• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing processes; documents changes
• Implements process control techniques and procedures
• Analyzes manufacturing process flow for improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost
• Collaborates with plant team on product tooling and design for effective production methods
• Designs and develops manufacturing processes for enhancements, product changes, and new products with zero defects and low production cost
• Provides hands‑on maintenance and engineering support to troubleshoot technical issues
• Identifies, documents, and completes preventative maintenance tasks
• Works with production department to develop and implement technical training for team members
• Creates and maintains documentation of tool drawings and design concepts
• Maintains thorough knowledge of all processes and production equipment
• Utilizes lean methodologies and tools to achieve plant goals
• Builds relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Performs all other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 3+ years of assembly/manufacturing experience in process engineering/maintenance with emphasis on continuous process improvement
• Demonstrated experience in equipment maintenance, process improvement, and product design
• Understanding of construction scopes (framing, electrical, exterior finishes, interior finishes)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent root cause analysis skills
• Proven problem‑solving and organizational skills
• Experience leading continuous improvement and change management activities
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Familiarity with electrical systems and UL compliance
• Proven Lean manufacturing experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Active listening skills and effective communication; openness to diverse input and feedback

A few benefits offered include: (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $76,200 - $114,300. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT BLUvera

BLUvera, a Mortenson affiliate, is the leading manufacturer creating solutions that are industrializing the construction industry. We provide innovative building solutions that deliver a faster, safer, and more predictable experience for construction projects. Our products are fabricated with unprecedented precision, accuracy, and speed, providing customers with a fast, cost‑effective, and safer building solution. Let’s Redefine Possible BLUvera, Mortenson’s vertically integrated manufacturing and fabrication affiliate, utilizes advanced design, engineering, 3D modeling, and manufacturing to deliver a safer, faster, and more predictable experience to the built environment. By utilizing DfMA principles (design for manufacturing and assembly), BLUvera leverages technology in the manufacture and fabrication of off‑site construction products- enabling our customers to realize the schedule and cost savings that the industrialized process creates. Our aim is to transform the way we build things, turning digital models into precision specified building components, not just by being at the leading edge of industry disruption, but creating it!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.