Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Allison Transmission; Indiana; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Employer HSA contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Short & long-term disability

Other voluntary benefits

401K with generous company match

Paid time off

Holiday + floating holiday

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Allison Transmission is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Indianapolis, IN to monitor and optimize manufacturing processes and implement new production methods. You will collaborate with the manufacturing manager to maintain standards and drive improvements across equipment and methods.

Qualifications include 7–10+ years of experience, CAD (NX/AutoCAD) proficiency, GD&T, lean principles, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering.
• CAD proficiency (NX and/or AutoCAD).
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing knowledge.
• Experience with machining and assembly of components.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and QS/TS quality systems.
• Strong problem-solving training and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to coach and mentor others and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design manufacturing systems focusing on quality and throughput.
• Develop process documentation (PFMEAs, routings, flow diagrams).
• Evaluate new machinery and lead tryouts.
• Provide technical support to plant operations.
• Develop cost estimates for major programs.
• Lead capital appropriation projects and document best practices.

Skills

Analytical ability

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Quality and throughput focus

Lean manufacturing concepts

Machining of rotating components

Machining of prismatic components

Machining of gears

Assembly expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

NX

AutoCAD

MS Office

CMM programming

Job description

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
• 401K with generous Company match & contribution
• Accrued Paid Time Off 12
• Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• Robust employee wellness program
• Tuition assistance program

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of Role: The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will handle the monitoring and maintenance of technical aspects of the manufacturing process, looking at a variety of metrics gathered throughout the process. They will coordinate and integrate the manufacturing process, as well as analyze efficiency data and process flow. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer works with the manufacturing manager to ensure standards for manufacturing are maintained, as well as in developing new production methods and implementing new product processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the production equipment.
• Development of process documentation, including process stack sheets, process routings, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans.
• Analysis of proposals for new machinery and equipment.
• Lead the tryout and evaluation of new machinery and equipment.
• Provide technical support to plant operations.
• Develop and implement major Capital Appropriations Projects.
• Development of cost estimates for new and major programs, often working from early concept cross sections, concept drawings, concurrent engineering discussions, and evolving assumptions.
• Provides a physical presence in the workplace.

Competencies and Behaviors: Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results. Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers’ needs and execute appropriately. Improve the way the world works. We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve. Leveraging the power of teamwork. We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal.

Qualifications:

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Experience: Required: Minimum 7-10 years’ experience required. High level of analytical ability. Good written and oral communication skills, including regular and effective communication across functions and with Senior Management. The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including work with Senior Management. The ability to work independently, and to coach and mentor others. The ability to multitask. The ability to consider business impact beyond a specific functional area. The ability to provide relevant, essential technical guidance to support Senior Management. CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD). Strong computer skills, including MS Office. An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Expertise in at least one of the following areas: Machining of rotating components, Machining of prismatic components, Machining of gears, Assembly. An understanding of machine tool specifications, construction and maintenance, including the ability to document this knowledge in RFQ packages and Best Practice documents, and to participate in specification revisions. Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gages, and the ability to improve and document our methods for completing these tasks. Preferred: Experience in working effectively with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment. Formal problem-solving training. Familiarity with QS and TS quality systems requirements. An understanding of lean manufacturing concepts. Specific specialized skills, including CNC programming, CMM programming, nutrunner programming, robotic programming, ladder logic, etc. An understanding of transmission fundamentals. Experience in a manufacturing environment in a non-US location, including mentoring and training of non-US people Experience in implementation of major production launches (entire production lines or plants).

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application.

Allison Transmission is the world’s largest manufacturer of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems. Our products are specified by more than 300 of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers and are used in a range of market sectors - from bus, refuse and emergency to construction, distribution and defense. Allison was founded in 1915 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where the company’s global headquarters is still located. We have approximately 1,400 dealer and distributor locations, employ more than 2,700 people around the world and our international presence spans more than 80 countries.