Manufacturing Engineer - Leeds, AL

Hubbell Incorporated; Leeds (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer for its Switching & Fusing business unit in Leeds, Alabama. The engineer will oversee daily manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives, including scrap reduction and cost minimization strategies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with proven experience in manufacturing, specifically in fabrication and welding processes. Proficiency in AutoCAD and knowledge of CNC machining are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a manufacturing or process engineer—preferably in a medium to heavy manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies.
• Experience in low volume/high mix manufacturing settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and troubleshoot daily manufacturing processes.
• Incorporate new manufacturing methods to improve operations.
• Create and modify work instructions and control plans.

Skills

Knowledge of fabrication and welding processes

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Knowledge of CNC machining best practices

Continuous improvement methodologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling software (Inventor or SolidWorks)

Job description

Job Overview

Our Switching & Fusing business unit is looking for a hands‑on shop floor–based Manufacturing Engineer, who will oversee and troubleshoot daily manufacturing processes while pursuing continuous improvement in areas such as scrap reduction and productivity increases while minimizing cost. The expectation of this position is to take a lead/partner role in supported departments and make an immediate positive impact. Processes will include, but not be limited to, the following: Steel and aluminum fabrication, welding, 2D CNC cutting, plate bending, 3D CNC processing of structural steel, assembly.

A Day In The Life

• Investigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks.
• Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.
• Incorporate new manufacturing methods or processes to improve existing operations.
• Assist in developing and implementing cost reduction initiatives.
• Create and modify work instructions, PFMEA’s and control plans.
• As needed, lead capital projects as the main point of contact—including machine selection, cell layout, financial justification, working with quality and product engineering to create and update control plans and engineering requirements, overall timeline management, installation of equipment and production startup.
• Compile project update reports and present to management concerning project timeline, budget and estimated completion dates of projects.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Knowledge of fabrication and welding processes, including 2D CNC cutting, plate bending, 3D CNC processing of structural steel and automation.
• Knowledge of CNC machining and assembly best practices.
• Proven experience as a manufacturing or process engineer—preferably in a medium to heavy manufacturing environment and prefer low volume/high mix environment.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD required; 3D modeling (Inventor or SolidWorks) a plus.
• Demonstrated success in continuous improvement methodologies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.