Manufacturing Engineer IV

Brunswick; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 118,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join the Plant 17 Engineering team in Mercury’s aluminum foundry. You’ll lead hands-on engineering on a defined family of castings, collaborating with operators, tooling, quality, and downstream teams to improve processes and support new programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in an engineering field and 7+ years of experience, with expertise in die casting, lost foam, and metal finishing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of experience
• High‑pressure die casting, lost foam, and metal finishing operations
• Team‑oriented mindset in a fast‑paced foundry environment
• Hands-on at the shop‑floor level within a foundry environment
• Ability to deliver results independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated project and time management skills
• Ability to analyze process data to identify issues and drive improvement
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 including Teams, SharePoint, and Planner

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical engineering support across the full metal casting process from melt to final part.
• Develop technical ownership as the subject matter expert for a defined family of castings.
• Analyze and develop solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or causes of component failures.
• Develop and apply engineering standards and procedures and provide advice within the engineering field.
• Ensure quality levels and industry standards are maintained or improved in manufacturing.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, tool life, efficiency, cost and safety.
• Support new casting program launches with DFM input and cross-team collaboration.
• Maintain tool maintenance and part quality records to support troubleshooting and stability.
• Understand and improve how casting quality impacts downstream operations.
• Read and interpret casting and machining prints, tolerances, and CMM reports.
• Contribute to PPAP process documentation, validation, and customer requirements.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Shop floor hands-on

Process improvement

Data analysis

Project management

Microsoft Office 365

Education

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

Tools

3D CAD

Simulation software

Job description

Fond du Lac, WI

Full time

JR-050383

Are you ready for what’s next?

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader (https://youtube.com/watch?v=ksuQ6B2j_mA) committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

As part of the talented Plant 17 Engineering team, you will play a hands‑on, high‑impact role in Mercury’s aluminum foundry, owning a dedicated family of castings from melt to finished part. This role is ideal for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer who wants to work directly on the shop floor, apply engineering fundamentals in a real manufacturing environment, and see your ideas turn into castings that meet and exceed customer expectations. You will partner closely with operators, tooling, quality, and downstream teams to improve processes, solve production challenges, and support new program launches in a fast‑paced, high‑volume foundry.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

• Provide hands‑on technical engineering support across the full metal casting process, from melt, cast, finishing to downstream operations; resolves technical problems and recommends production improvements
• Develop technical ownership as the subject matter expert for a defined family of castings
• Analyzes and develops solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or the causes of component failures
• Develop and apply engineering standards and procedures, and provides advice on issues within the engineering field
• Ensure that quality levels and industry standards are maintained or improved in the manufacturing process
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving casting quality, extending tool life, increasing trimming and finishing efficiency, reducing cost, and improving safety.
• Support new casting program launches by providing DFM input and collaborating with tooling, simulation, and project management teams.
• Maintain tool maintenance and part quality records to support troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and long‑term process stability.
• Understand and improve how casting quality impacts downstream operations such as trimming, machining, leak testing, and painting.
• Read and interpret casting and machining prints, tolerances, and CMM reports.
• Serve as a key contributor to the PPAP process, supporting documentation, validation, and customer requirements.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of experience
• Working knowledge of high‑pressure die casting, lost foam, and mental finishing operations
• A team‑oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, constantly evolving foundry manufacturing environment
• Desire to be hand‑on at the shop‑floor level within a foundry environment
• Ability to deliver results independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated project and time management skills
• Ability to analyze process data to identify issues, support troubleshooting, and drive improvement
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications including Teams, SharePoint, and Planner

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with 3D CAD and simulation software

Working Conditions:

• This position works in a Foundry environment

The hiring range for this position is $118,000 – $144,000 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job‑related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high‑quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well‑being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more (https://www.brunswick.com/careers/culture-benefits/benefits) . In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards (https://www.brunswick.com/careers) !

About Mercury Marine:

Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury’s industry‑leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories; Land ’N’ Sea, BLA, Payne’s Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.

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