Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Process & Lean Leader

Cummins Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead end-to-end process development, optimizing equipment performance and driving scalable production. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include standardizing manufacturing methods, coaching stakeholders, and coordinating with external partners to ensure on-time project delivery. A STEM degree and 3–5 years of experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM or related field required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3–5 years in manufacturing engineering with process-improvement experience.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and GD&T.
• Licensing for export controls or sanctions regulations may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing process development for assigned projects, ensuring safety, quality, and business objectives.
• Apply advanced manufacturing principles to optimize equipment performance and scalable production processes.
• Champion continuous improvement using Cummins standards to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Establish and standardize manufacturing methods for consistency and excellence.
• Collaborate with business leaders and external partners to drive project outcomes.
• Coordinate cross-functional resources to meet deadlines and scope.
• Serve as a technical leader, sharing expertise and coaching stakeholders.
• Build relationships to support collaboration and sustained improvements.

Skills

Collaboration

Safety Ergonomics

Process Design

Problem Solving

Lean Six Sigma

Education

STEM degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Fanuc HandlingTool

ArcTool

Job description

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead end-to-end process development, optimizing equipment performance and driving scalable production. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include standardizing manufacturing methods, coaching stakeholders, and coordinating with external partners to ensure on-time project delivery. A STEM degree and 3–5 years of experience are expected.