Manufacturing Project Engineer 1

Andersen Corporation; Cottage Grove (MN); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Andersen Corporation in Cottage Grove, MN is seeking an engineer to design and implement manufacturing processes and equipment on medium to large scale projects. This hybrid role requires up to 40% travel and a strong technical background, with a focus on improving production efficiency and process capability while leading with integrity.

You will collaborate with design, product engineering, and supply chain teams; apply DMAIC tools, develop equipment specs, and help ensure safety and quality

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• 1–3 years engineering experience preferred with mechanical aptitude.
• Strong problem-solving using analytical tools and process improvement.
• Experience with quality systems, SPC, and lean manufacturing.
• Ability to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams on successful commercialization and start-up of new equipment and processes.
• Interface with design, product engineering, supply chain, and partners on design for manufacturability and process capability of new products or extensions.
• Provide recommendations regarding the viability of developed design solutions that relate to new or current processes.
• Attend/facilitate cross-functional team meetings, kaizens, and Process System Design events.
• Ensure built in quality by using DMAIC tools: Process mapping, capability, FMEA, DOE, Control Plans.
• Assist in developing specifications to procure production equipment and/or complete production lines.
• Partner with the Safety group to ensure all new or modified processes meet safety requirements.
• Create training tools, documents and SOPs for production processes ensuring consistent manufacturability.
• Introduce new perspectives on existing solutions to continuously improve production and material flow processes.

Skills

Engineering Experience

Analytical Tools

Cross-functional Teams

Communication Skills

Travel up to 40%

Education

BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Inventor

Job description

Andersen Corporation Summary

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Andersen Corporation Summary

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live. Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector. Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

Job Description

The primary responsibility for this role is assisting project teams with designing and implementing manufacturing processes and equipment across the Andersen Enterprise on medium to large scale projects. Candidates for this position should possess a strong technical background with the desire to be a change agent and have the energy and passion to improve both our production and functional processes while leading with integrity. This is a hybrid role with travel requirements up to 40%.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support project teams on the successful commercialization and start-up of new equipment and processes (FAT and SAT activities).
• Interface with design, product engineering, supply chain, and other business partners on the design for manufacturability and process capability of new products or product extensions.
• Provide recommendations regarding the viability of developed design solutions that relate to new or current processes.
• Attend/facilitate cross-functional team meetings, kaizens, and Process System Design events.
• Ensure built in quality by using DMAIC tools: Process mapping, process capability, C&E Matrix, fishbone diagram, FMEA, MSA, DOE, Control Plans.
• Assist in developing specifications to procure production equipment and/or complete production lines.
• Partner with the Safety group to ensure all new or modified processes meet or exceed corporate safety requirements.
• Create training tools, documents and standard operating procedures for production processes ensuring consistent manufacturability.
• Introduce new perspectives on existing solutions to continuously improve production and material flow processes.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or equivalent engineering experience
• 1-3 years of engineering experience preferred with mechanical aptitude
• Understands and applies methodologies associated with project planning and experience working with collaborative, cross-functional teams
• Strong aptitude in problem solving using analytical tools and making process improvements.
• Communicate effectively through written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge and experience with quality systems, statistical process control, process capability and lean manufacturing tools.
• Ability to effectively apply acquired knowledge and skills to a variety of assignments within a moderate range of technical difficulty.
• Strong experience in building and maintaining relationships.
• Experience with change management strategies.
• Knowledge of 2D & 3D solid modeling preferred (AutoCad/Inventor)
• Ability to travel up to 40%.

Pay Range

$78,824.00 - $122,176.00

Culture And Benefits

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, theirtalent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
• For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

PROFIT SHARING

In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEOC EMPLOYER

EEOC EMPLOYER: Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.