Manufacturing Engineer - R003747

Allison Transmission; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Allison Transmission in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes aligned with product specs and quality standards. This role coordinates launches and improvements across production lines.

The position requires a Bachelor degree, 5-7 years of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with tooling, CNC, and gear manufacturing. Knowledge of Unigraphics CAD and other CAD programs is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience required.
• High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; strong manufacturing knowledge.
• Experience in part processing using grinding, turning, machining centers.
• 5-7 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of manufacturing systems with focus on quality and throughput improvement.
• Direct the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Study product requirements; design, modify, and test manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Provide technical support for plant operations.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Analyze process elements and equipment deficiencies for improvements.
• Occasional training and assignment of work to a small team.

Skills

Analytical ability

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Unigraphics

CAD programs

Job description

JOIN THE TEAM THAT'S POWERING PROGRESS

• Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
• What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.
• Learn more about this role and how you can begin *driving your career forward!*

Job Title:

• Manufacturing Engineer Job Description:
• JOIN THE TEAM THAT'S POWERING PROGRESS
• Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
• What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.
• Learn more about this role and how you can begin *driving your career forward!*

Summary:

The manufacturing engineer position develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Responsible for the design and/or testing of tooling and equipment and/or planning the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of production equipment.
• Work is of a technical nature where decisions are made within general practices and procedures, where supervision is available to handle unusual situations.
• Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Study product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Apply knowledge of product design fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.
• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Occasional instruction, training, and assignment of work to a small group of employees.
• Analyze process elements for improved manufacturing capability.
• Analyze equipment deficiencies for manufacturing improvements.
• Provide technical support for specific plant operations.
• Physical presence in the workplace is an essential function
• Implements and actively supports the plant and corporate safety policies and initiatives
• Implement safety and good housekeeping standards
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience:

• Education Requirement: Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience
• Required:
• High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of tooling, manufacturing process, and manufacturing equipment required.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
• Understanding of machine and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in part processing using various grinding, turning, machining center equipment.
• CNC programming experience with a thorough knowledge of machine control systems.
• Project management experience with regard to machine procurement, cost analysis, and process validation.
• Direct manufacturing experience with at least one of the following component groups: rotating and reciprocating components, gears, and/or prismatic parts.
• 5-7 years of experience required
• Preferred:
• Experience working with Unigraphics and other CAD programs.
• Experience in gear/spline manufacturing, gear geometry, analytical gear evaluation

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at 317-242-5000.

Primary Location:

• Indianapolis, IN

Additional Locations:

• Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
• If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at 317-242-5000.