Manufacturing Engineer: Process Improvement & Cost Reduction

SKF; South Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF in Sumter, SC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes and equipment. You will collaborate with maintenance, logistics, and quality teams to improve productivity and cost efficiency.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering background with 2–4 years of relevant experience; proficiency in CAD/CAM and SolidWorks is preferred, along with CNC programming capabilities. This position is on-site at Sumter facility.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related degree with 2–4 years of experience.
• Demonstrated problem solving required.
• Demonstrated ability to apply Lean tools in assignments.
• Metal working experience preferred; CAD/CAM/SolidWorks experience noted.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes and improve productivity.
• Develop capital plans and PARs; manage schedules and costs.
• Set labor standards and maintain process documentation.
• Lead cost reduction and process-improvement projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Lean tools

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Technical Associate Degree/Apprenticeship

Tools

CAD/CAM

SolidWorks

CNC programming

Job description

SKF in Sumter, SC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes and equipment. You will collaborate with maintenance, logistics, and quality teams to improve productivity and cost efficiency.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering background with 2–4 years of relevant experience; proficiency in CAD/CAM and SolidWorks is preferred, along with CNC programming capabilities. This position is on-site at Sumter facility.