Project Manufacturing Engineer

ABB Inc.; Senatobia (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Employee discount program

Job summary

ABB is seeking a manufacturing engineer to optimize assembly methods, processes, and equipment in Senatobia, MS. The role focuses on reducing labor hours while aligning with quality, efficiency, and safety goals.

You will define sequences for new automated processes and support production start-ups to meet targets. The position requires a mechanical/industrial/electrical engineering background, 5+ years in manufacturing or automation, and proficiency with CAD tools and PLCs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering (required).
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process automation, or production optimization.
• Experience with automated production systems and industrial equipment.
• Proficient in CAD/simulation tools and test management platforms.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent.
• Knowledge of PLCs and automation systems (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Identify improvement opportunities and implement process automation projects with quality, time, and cost adherence.
• Define working phase sequences for new automated production processes to meet cost and equipment targets.
• Support Production during start-up and training of maintenance and production resources.
• Drive continuous improvement to maximize throughput and minimize waste on existing lines.
• Manage project budgets and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Ensure product quality and safety compliance through testing and standards.

Skills

CAD/Simulation

Test Management

PLCs

Lean Six Sigma

Collaboration

Automation

Education

B.S. Mechanical Eng

B.S. Industrial Eng

B.S. Electrical Eng

Tools

CAD/Simulation tools

Test management platforms

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Project Operations Manager

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Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to optimize the Production organization's assembly methods, processes, and equipment to minimize labor hours in accordance with business strategies related to quality, efficiency, costs, and safety. Each day, you will ensure appropriate production methods, cycle time, equipment performance, and materials/components in support of production targets. You will also showcase your expertise by defining the working phase sequence of new automated production processes to achieve the targeted product cost and equipment investment budget The work model for the role is: onsite This role is contributing to the Manufacturing facility in Senatobia, MS

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Identifying and recommending improvement opportunities, process automation opportunities, and implement improvement projects, ensuring adherence to timeframe, quality, and cost requirements.
• Creating comprehensive test specifications and protocols for quality assurance testers, ensuring all products meet required quality standards and compliance requirements
• Designing and developing automation solutions for current production processes to reduce labor requirements, enhance efficiency, and maintain product quality standards.
• Approving the design for processes developed internally or externally and performing final tests with respect to the project.
• Manage project budget
• Providing support to Production during the internal/external process/equipment start-up, defining action plans and training relevant maintenance and production resources.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives on existing and automated production lines, analyzing performance metrics, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing process enhancements to maximize throughput and minimize waste
• Evaluating and implement new process technologies to improve productivity, quality, and cost reduction, defining and leading testing activities, approval criteria, and external provider choices.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.(required)
• You have 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process automation, or production optimization, working as a Process Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer with automated production systems and industrial equipment.(required)
• You hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• You are highly adept in CAD/simulation tools, and test management platforms.
• You are passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence and innovative around problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), industrial controls, and automation systems.(preferred)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience.(preferred)

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You'll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn't just matter, it moves things forward

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirm project for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail] Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

• ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
• Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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