Manufacturing Engineer III

Turck USA; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 97,175 - 109,725; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Life & Disability Coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Plymouth, Minnesota, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to take ownership of complex manufacturing processes. You will ensure efficiency and quality while providing high-level engineering support. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree and over five years of experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly in electro-mechanical assembly. This full-time role offers comprehensive health benefits, competitive retirement plans, and encourages professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a manufacturing engineer in assembly of electro-mechanical products.
• Experience in practices related to Six Sigma and Lean.
• Strong problem-solving skills including familiarity with root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert for assigned processes, ensuring efficiency and safety.
• Provide engineering support and lead problem resolution for manufacturing processes.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives to enhance production flow and reduce waste.

Skills

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Communication skills

Lean Manufacturing methods

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

BS degree in Engineering or a related field

Tools

Six Sigma

SAP

Job description

Base pay range

$97,175.00/yr - $109,725.00/yr

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer ready to take full ownership of complex manufacturing processes and equipment? Do you thrive on improving efficiency, mentoring others, and implementing cutting-edge solutions?

What You'll Do

Join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer III, where you will be the process owner for assigned areas, ensuring they are safe, efficient, and produce high-quality products.

• Process Ownership & Expertise: Serve as the technical expert for assigned processes and equipment, ensuring they are safe, effective, efficient, and produce parts to requirements.
• Production Support & Problem Solving: Provide high-level engineering support to production. Lead and/or support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and complex problem resolution for products, processes, and equipment.
• Continuous Improvement & Lean Leadership: Research, design, and develop manufacturing process improvements (production flow, assembly methods, equipment) to boost efficiency, quality, and reduce waste. Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives to reduce cycle times and improve flow.
• Strategic Project Management: Work on major or multiple medium-high complexity projects. Support and/or lead long-range planning for processes, equipment, and manufacturing capabilities.
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Verify new product designs for manufacturability, tooling, and documentation before release to production.
• Documentation & Standardization: Document and maintain processes, procedures, tools/equipment, and routing standards through engineering change orders (ECOs), ERP (SAP), and internal workflows.
• Capital & Tooling Investment: Research, recommend, purchase, and install new tooling and equipment into production as needed.

What We're Looking For

Required

• BS degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience as a manufacturing engineer, ideally in the assembly of electro‑mechanical products.
• Experience practicing Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methods.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, including familiarity with problem‑solving tools (root cause analysis, statistics, FMEA, Pareto).
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects and troubleshooting complex problems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate complex technical information and collaborate effectively across multiple functions.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills, with the ability to successfully perform within defined project frameworks.

Bonus Points

• BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
• Experience automating manual assembly processes.
• Experience with Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) and capability to design assembly fixtures.
• Experience with injection molding or two‑part resins for shock, thermal, and electrical performance.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Health & Dental Insurance: Above‑market contributions and competitive plan designs.
• Life & Disability Coverage: Company‑paid life insurance and short/long‑term disability.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match, Roth 401(k), and profit sharing.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development
• Well‑being Programs: Fitness initiatives, health coaching, EAP, and mental wellness resources.
• Additional Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts, voluntary vision and legal assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Ready to Engineer the Future?

Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering, Project Management, and Production

Industries

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing