Senior Manufacturing Engineer — Automation & Innovation

Copeland LP; Town of Sidney (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Vacation & holiday leave

Job summary

Copeland is seeking a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to develop and validate innovative manufacturing processes for new products and capacity expansion. The role blends hands-on laboratory work with equipment design, automation, and readiness activities to deliver robust production solutions.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with GD&T, DFM/DFA, and collaborating with machine builders to implement advanced assembly technologies. Domestic travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering Field (preferably Mechanical/ Manufacturing Engineering) or equivalent experience; five years in manufacturing preferred.
• Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD programs (AutoCAD, NX, or equivalent).
• Extensive GD&T experience and ability to apply DFM/ DFA principles to designs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with up to 25% travel.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; able to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of new manufacturing and assembly processes from concept to production.
• Design and develop assembly equipment, fixtures and tooling.
• Apply GD&T to ensure manufacturability and quality.
• Create and modify 3D models and tooling concepts.
• Drive DFM/DFA improvements across product development cycle.
• Evaluate new assembly technologies and collaborate with machine builders.
• Work with automation suppliers and equipment builders to define requirements and Commission production equipment.
• Develop proof‑of‑concept prototypes and conduct lab experiments to validate processes.
• Automate data collection and process analysis using Python.
• Lead FMEA, capability studies, and validation activities for readiness.
• Support capital projects, FAT/SAT, and production startup.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

3D CAD

DFM/ DFA

Python scripting

Problem solving

Multi-project mgmt

Analytical skills

Travel up to 25%

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

NX

CAD software

Job description

Copeland is seeking a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to develop and validate innovative manufacturing processes for new products and capacity expansion. The role blends hands-on laboratory work with equipment design, automation, and readiness activities to deliver robust production solutions.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with GD&T, DFM/DFA, and collaborating with machine builders to implement advanced assembly technologies. Domestic travel up to 25% is expected.