Manufacturing Engineer Senior

Modine Manufacturing Company; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company in Franklin, Wisconsin, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead process improvements and optimize production for safety, quality, and cost efficiency. The role emphasizes mentoring, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration across production, quality, maintenance, and design teams.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing engineering, with expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, CAD tools, ERP systems, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes, equipment, strategy, and tooling to improve production efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, maintenance, and design engineering to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Analyze production data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Support new product introductions by providing design for manufacturing feedback to design engineering and then developing and validating manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain process documentation including standard work, work instructions, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical support and training to production staff as needed.
• Participate in capital equipment selection and justification.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for process-related issues.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

Job description

Located just southwest of Milwaukee, Franklin offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and robust economic opportunity. Known for its excellent quality of life, the scenic Root River Parkway, and a highly skilled workforce, Franklin provides a welcoming environment where families and businesses alike can flourish. It is a community built on a strong foundation of midwestern work ethic, innovation, and industrial growth. At Modine, we're proud to be part of that tradition, creating innovative thermal management solutions that help build a cleaner, healthier world. With more than a century of engineering excellence and over 11,000 employees worldwide, we continue to advance technologies that improve air quality, reduce emissions, and increase energy efficiency across the globe.

For more information about Modine, visitmodine.com.

Position Description

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer plays a critical role in driving manufacturing excellence by developing, improving, and optimizing production processes. This position focuses on technical leadership, strategy, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing engineering and a passion for operational excellence and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes, equipment, strategy, and tooling to improve production efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, maintenance, and design engineering to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Analyze production data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Support new product introductions by providing design for manufacturing feedback to design engineering and then developing and validating manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain process documentation including standard work, work instructions, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical support and training to production staff as needed.
• Participate in capital equipment selection and justification.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for process-related issues.

Required Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing data analysis tools.

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well-being:

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
  • Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
    • 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
    • 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
  • Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)

Financial Benefits:

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability

Work-Life Balance:

• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement

To view full benefits information:MyModine Benefits

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

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The salary range for this position is estimated in good faith to be $105,000 - $140,000. The specific offer will depend on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and other job-related considerations but will be within the stated range. Where required by applicable law, a general description of benefits and other compensation offered for this role is also provided or made available.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.