Manufacturing Engineering Trainee - Marion, NC

RBC Bearings; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings in Marion, NC is offering an entry-level Manufacturing Engineering Trainee (MET) program. This 1-2 year rotational training includes daily mentorship from senior leaders, pre-assigned hands-on projects to cut cost and time while improving safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and exposure to Dodge leadership across multiple facilities.

The program targets engineers with internship/Co-Op experience and a strong analytical mindset, ready to work on the shop floor and collaborate

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (mechanical, industrial, or related field).
• Experience or working knowledge of manufacturing processes through internship, co-op, or full-time employment.
• Must be currently authorized to work for Dodge Industrial in the United States (US).
• Strong analytical skills with an emphasis on critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem-solving.
• Attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborates well with others and is a good team player.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical/industrial)

Tools

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Trainee

Location: Marion, NC

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Employment Type: Full Time

Industry: Manufacturing | Mechanical Power Transmission Components | Engineering Services

Job Function: Engineering | Process Improvement

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Trainee (MET) is an entry-level manufacturing engineering position tailored for high-potential future leaders of Dodge Industrial. This program follows a formal and structured rotational training and development program for 1-2 years. This role will include daily mentorship from technical and non-technical senior leaders, pre-assigned critical hands-on manufacturing projects aimed at eliminating cost and time while improving safety, quality, and on-time delivery, extensive exposure to all levels of Dodge leadership, rotational opportunities across all Dodge manufacturing facilities and the North American Headquarters, and in-depth training from all facets of the business (human resources, supply chain, finance, quality, etc.).

Required Qualifications

• Engineering degree (mechanical, industrial, or related field).
• Experience or working knowledge of manufacturing processes through internship, co-op, or full-time employment.
• Must be currently authorized to work for Dodge Industrial in the United States (US).
• Strong analytical skills with an emphasis on critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem-solving.
• Attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborates well with others and is a good team player.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and decipher manufacturing drawings and procedures.
• Experience in a metal-cutting work environment.
• Working knowledge of CNC equipment and programming.
• Gearing or bearing experience is a plus.
• Intermediate materials knowledge.
• Comfortable with and has the desire to work on a manufacturing shop floor.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside a collaborative, experienced leadership team.
• Be part of an industry leader with a strong brand reputation and an innovation-driven culture.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.