Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Automation & Lean Leader

dormakaba Americas

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

38 hours ago
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Medical, dental, vision
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Job summary

dormakaba Americas is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III based in Indianapolis, IN to independently lead complex engineering projects, improve manufacturing processes, and mentor operations teams in the Assembly department.

The role focuses on process improvements, equipment performance, and product quality, with salary range $100,000–$130,000. This position requires strong troubleshooting, lean and automation skills, and cross-functional collaboration within a global company.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering.
  • Proven ability to lead complex projects and provide technical guidance.
  • Strong troubleshooting, lean manufacturing, automation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze, design, and refine complex manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
  • Lead cross-functional projects related to automation, process development, or capacity expansion.
  • Serve as senior technical expert, guiding operators and junior engineers under time pressure.
  • Drive lean initiatives including kaizen events, value stream improvements, and Six Sigma projects.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering
Project leadership
Lean manufacturing
Automation
Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SAP 4 Hana
CAD software
SPC tools

Job description

dormakaba Americas is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III based in Indianapolis, IN to independently lead complex engineering projects, improve manufacturing processes, and mentor operations teams in the Assembly department.

The role focuses on process improvements, equipment performance, and product quality, with salary range $100,000–$130,000. This position requires strong troubleshooting, lean and automation skills, and cross-functional collaboration within a global company.

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