Manufacturing Engineer - Senior

Cummins Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead end-to-end process development, optimizing equipment performance and driving scalable production. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include standardizing manufacturing methods, coaching stakeholders, and coordinating with external partners to ensure on-time project delivery. A STEM degree and 3–5 years of experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM or related field required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3–5 years in manufacturing engineering with process-improvement experience.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and GD&T.
• Licensing for export controls or sanctions regulations may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing process development for assigned projects, ensuring safety, quality, and business objectives.
• Apply advanced manufacturing principles to optimize equipment performance and scalable production processes.
• Champion continuous improvement using Cummins standards to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Establish and standardize manufacturing methods for consistency and excellence.
• Collaborate with business leaders and external partners to drive project outcomes.
• Coordinate cross-functional resources to meet deadlines and scope.
• Serve as a technical leader, sharing expertise and coaching stakeholders.
• Build relationships to support collaboration and sustained improvements.

Skills

Collaboration

Safety Ergonomics

Process Design

Problem Solving

Lean Six Sigma

Education

STEM degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Fanuc HandlingTool

ArcTool

Job description

We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer – Senior to join our team specializing in manufacturing for our Cummins’ business in Columbus, IN.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing process development for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and business objectives.
• Apply advanced manufacturing principles to optimize equipment performance and drive efficient, scalable production processes.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Cummins standards and tools to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Establish and standardize manufacturing methods and best practices to ensure consistency and operational excellence.
• Influence and collaborate with key stakeholders, including business leaders and external partners, to drive alignment and successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate cross-functional and external resources to execute project deliverables on time and within scope.
• Serve as a technical leader by sharing expertise, coaching stakeholders, and strengthening overall team capability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the organization to support collaboration, knowledge sharing, and sustained process improvements.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Build strong collaboration and communication skills to effectively partner with cross-functional teams and ensure alignment on manufacturing goals and priorities.
• Champion health, safety, and ergonomic best practices while designing efficient workstations and processes that protect employees and improve productivity.
• Apply manufacturing knowledge, drawing interpretation, and analysis-led design to develop optimized processes, equipment selection, and tooling solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement through structured problem solving, standardized process documentation, and data-driven decision-making to enhance quality and reduce cost.

Education/Experience

College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.

Additional Details

• 3-5 years in manufacturing engineering, or relevant field, with demonstrated success in process improvement, capital project involvement, and leading engineering initiatives.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and GD&T
• VPI - Support launch activity

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with equipment procurement
• Experience with managing Capex projects
• Familiarity with Fanuc HandlingTool or ArcTool
• Proficiency in SolidWorks
• Core Responsibilities
• Support VPI launch activities
• Lead improvement projects impacting safety, quality, and throughout

Compensation

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Job

Manufacturing

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

On-site with Flexibility

Job Type

Exempt - Experienced

Min Salary

$100000

Max Salary

$150000

Relocation Package

Yes

100% On-Site

No

Cummins and E-Verify

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