Performance Validation Engineer

Mercury Marine; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 73,600 - 106,200; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Marine in Fond du Lac, WI is seeking a Performance Validation Engineer responsible for developing, implementing, and improving hot test equipment and processes to meet safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity goals.

You will apply Lean tools, review schedules and specifications, troubleshoot downtime, document processes, and mentor teammates while collaborating with product engineering and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 35 years of relevant experience in manufacturing/engineering.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and process improvement experience.
• Proficient with MS Office; AutoCAD or 2D drafting knowledge desired.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Review schedules, specs, and processes to understand hot testing methods.
• Provide troubleshooting for downtime and production issues.
• Apply Lean principles to safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain process documentation.
• Collaborate with internal/external customers and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Draft equipment layouts and perform CAD drawings.
• Support ISO audits and prepare reports.
• Develop equipment specifications and qualification plans.
• Mentor peers and act as SME on hot test processes.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Process documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor7s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Fond du Lac, WI

Workplace Category: Onsite

Travel Required: None

Direct Reports: None

Pay Range: $73,600 - $106,200

Relocation: Yes

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Overview

The Performance Validation Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving hot test equipment and processes that support Mercury’s Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Productivity objectives. This role applies Lean Manufacturing principles, methodologies, and tools to drive operational excellence, enhance process efficiency, and increase organizational responsiveness. The Performance Validation Engineer evaluates existing systems, identifies improvement opportunities, and leads the implementation of sustainable process enhancements that align with and support overall business strategies and organizational initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Review production schedules, engineering specifications, process flows and other information to understand the hot testing methods and activities.
• Engage in current production activities, providing troubleshooting support to process and equipment related issues causing downtime and loss of production output.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools and principles in continuous improvement projects, activities, and everyday tasks in support of business goals related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Production.
• Develop and maintain process documentation.
• Active participant in Safety and Ergonomic activities in support of providing a safe and healthy working environment for all team members.
• Assist new product development projects by supporting creation (or update) of efficient hot test systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, and information to validate product.
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency, using computer aided drafting software.
• Collaborate with customers (both internal and external) and suppliers (both internal and external) to understand and solve pertinent issues within area(s) of responsibility.
• Compile and execute various reports and audits, in support of ISO requirements and other initiatives within area(s) of responsibility.
• Develop equipment specifications and Statements of Work, and qualify processes and equipment prior to deployment for production use.
• Act as a liaison with Current Product Engineering and Manufacturing Program Management team, as required to support Business objectives.
• Provide coaching and mentoring for peers.
• Act as subject matter expert on specific processes related to hot test.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent Engineering degree).
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant work experience.
• Extensive working knowledge and understanding of diverse manufacturing operations.
• Proficient in lean manufacturing tools and strategies, and process improvement methodologies.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD or equivalent 2D drafting software is desired.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal Lean Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification.
• Solid comprehension and listening skills.
• Excellent analytical and data analysis skills, careful attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated, self-directed, results-oriented, and capable of working independently within deadlines.
• Ability to maintain a high level of focus & flexibility.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in an office and indoor industrial environment.

Pay Range: $73,600 - $106,200 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.