Manufacturing Engineer - Lean & Cost-Out Specialist

Eaton Corporation; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for our Davenport, Iowa facility, onsite role focused on leading cost-out events and continuous improvement. You will apply Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma techniques to reduce waste, optimize processes, and support design-to-manufacturing initiatives while working within ITAR constraints.

Relocation is not offered; candidates must reside within 70 miles of Davenport.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• ITAR compliance requires U.S. person status (citizen, green card holder, etc.).
• No relocation; must reside within 70 miles of Davenport, IA.

Responsibilities

• Leads cost-out events and promotes a culture of continuous improvement.
• Applies Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma to eliminate waste and reduce variation.
• Participates in concurrent engineering and design reviews to minimize costs.
• Conducts Design for Manufacturing and value engineering initiatives.
• Develops work breakdown structures to develop cost estimates and identify reductions.
• Supports new product development with program management tools and schedules.
• Develops and integrates new processes and methodologies for competitive advantage.
• Prepares Capital Appropriation Requests with payback and NPV analyses.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Cost-out events

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Eaton Corporation is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for our Davenport, Iowa facility, onsite role focused on leading cost-out events and continuous improvement. You will apply Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma techniques to reduce waste, optimize processes, and support design-to-manufacturing initiatives while working within ITAR constraints.

Relocation is not offered; candidates must reside within 70 miles of Davenport.