Manufacturing Engineer II (on-site)

API Heat Transfer; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance-based incentive op 

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Career Development and Advancement Op 

Stable and growing manufacturing env

Job summary

General ThermoDynamics, an API Heat Transfer Company, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to support Franklin, Wisconsin operations. The role focuses on improving production processes, enhancing product quality, and increasing operational efficiency on the shop floor.

You'll collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering to identify opportunities, implement Lean improvements, support new product introductions, and drive measurable results in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience supporting fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, or industrial manufacturing operations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for productivity, quality, throughput, and cost improvements.
• Develop and implement process improvements utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Conduct time studies, workflow evaluations, and capacity analyses.
• Establish and maintain manufacturing work instructions, process documentation, and standard work.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, equipment, tooling, and process‑related issues.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Drive waste reduction initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing and problem‑solving methodologies to improve operational performance.
• Track and report measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and cost savings.
• Support the transition of new products from design through production.
• Develop manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and production documentation.
• Participate in pilot builds and product launch activities.
• Identify and resolve manufacturability concerns during product development.
• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and process improvements.
• Support equipment upgrades, installations, and process validation activities.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and external suppliers to improve equipment performance.
• Identify opportunities for automation and productivity enhancements.
• Partner with Quality to improve process capability and product quality.
• Support corrective and preventive action initiatives.
• Participate in ISO audits and customer quality initiatives.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with company and customer requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Reading engineering drawings

Microsoft Office

Communication & collaboration

Hands-on problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer II

General ThermoDynamics, an API Heat Transfer Company

Location: Franklin, WI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Engineering

Drive Manufacturing Excellence with GTD

General ThermoDynamics (GTD), an API Heat Transfer Company, is seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer II to support our Franklin, Wisconsin manufacturing operations. This position plays a key role in improving production processes, enhancing product quality, increasing operational efficiency, and supporting the manufacture of industry-leading heat exchanger products.

The Manufacturing Engineer II will work closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, implement process enhancements, and support new product introduction activities. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges and driving measurable results on the production floor.

What You’ll Do

Process Improvement & Operational Support

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for productivity, quality, throughput, and cost improvements.
• Develop and implement process improvements utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Conduct time studies, workflow evaluations, and capacity analyses.
• Establish and maintain manufacturing work instructions, process documentation, and standard work.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, equipment, tooling, and process‑related issues.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Drive waste reduction initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing and problem‑solving methodologies to improve operational performance.
• Track and report measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and cost savings.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support the transition of new products from design through production.
• Develop manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and production documentation.
• Participate in pilot builds and product launch activities.
• Identify and resolve manufacturability concerns during product development.

Tooling, Equipment & Automation

• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and process improvements.
• Support equipment upgrades, installations, and process validation activities.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and external suppliers to improve equipment performance.
• Identify opportunities for automation and productivity enhancements.

Quality & Compliance

• Partner with Quality to improve process capability and product quality.
• Support corrective and preventive action initiatives.
• Participate in ISO audits and customer quality initiatives.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with company and customer requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience supporting fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, or industrial manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Experience in heat exchanger, HVAC, pressure vessel, or metal fabrication manufacturing environments.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience.
• Project management experience.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with CAD software and tooling design.
• Knowledge of welding and fabrication processes.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong technical and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Hands‑on approach to solving manufacturing challenges.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Why Join General ThermoDynamics?

At GTD, our employees play a critical role in delivering innovative heat transfer solutions to customers around the world. We offer a collaborative environment where employees can grow their careers while making a measurable impact on our operations and success.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance‑based incentive opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment

Join Our Team

If you’re passionate about improving manufacturing processes, driving operational excellence, and making a meaningful impact in a fast‑paced production environment, we encourage you to apply.

General ThermoDynamics, an API Heat Transfer Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We take our culture transformation seriously! To help find the best fit for our positions and organization and to be considered for any positions at API participation in our culture survey is required.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Candidates must be able to commute or relocate at their own expense.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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