Manufacturing Engineer — Lean, Automation & NPI

Wabtec Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance across our manufacturing operations in Kansas City. You will lead process improvements, support new product introductions, and manage capital projects while collaborating with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree, 2–4 years in heavy manufacturing, and strong experience with Lean, PFMEA, A3, SMED, and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2-4 years mechanical/manufacturing engineering in heavy manufacturing.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, FMEA/PFMEA, Gemba, Root Cause Analysis, A3 Problem Solving, SMED, TPM, 5S.
• CAD software proficiency: Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar.
• Knowledge of tooling design, machine design, processes, and improvements.
• Machining practices including CNC, robotics, metal forming, metallurgy, and assembly.
• Experience developing labor standards and plant layouts.
• Experience leading capital projects from concept through startup.
• Experience with industrial automation systems (PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, robotics).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to influence across organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with vendors, contractors, equipment suppliers, and system integrators.

Responsibilities

• Optimize facility layouts and production flow to boost safety and productivity.
• Troubleshoot equipment/process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain standard work, labor standards, and process controls.
• Evaluate machine performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Analyze production data to drive performance and decision-making.
• Create and maintain BOMs and routings in Oracle ERP.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance on changes.
• Lead capital expenditure projects from concept to startup.
• Lead DFMEA/PFMEA, RCA, A3, Lean, SMED, TPM, and 5S initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and safety policies.
• Provide engineering leadership and cross-functional influence.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Project Management

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Oracle ERP

PLC programming

Job description

Wabtec Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance across our manufacturing operations in Kansas City. You will lead process improvements, support new product introductions, and manage capital projects while collaborating with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree, 2–4 years in heavy manufacturing, and strong experience with Lean, PFMEA, A3, SMED, and automation.