Senior Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Komatsu; Franklin (Venango County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation & holidays

Employee assistance

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Learning & development

Job summary

Komatsu is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer located in Franklin, PA to drive reliable global manufacturing processes and oversee SAP-based programs across sites. You will document manufacturing methods, develop fixtures, and cost parts for in-house and supplier production. The role requires strong cross-functional collaboration and leadership on process changes.

Applicants should have a B.S. in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience, with excellent

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred.
• Can organize, prioritize and track work requests from multiple sources from outside and inside the ME department.
• Ability to express manufacturing concepts conversationally face to face, over the phone and in email.
• Ability to work with people on a manufacturing floor with a productive, non-combative nature.

Responsibilities

• Drive reliable and consistent manufacturing processes across domestic and global locations for programs and processes.
• Manage global SAP-related programs and burn profiles, including fixtures databases and structural changes.
• Record manufacturing processes for fabrication, machining, sub-assemblies and assemblies with limited supervision.
• Lead operator training at global KMC sites and suppliers on new tooling, welding methods or fixtures.
• Create work instructions engaging manufacturing, quality and engineering with limited supervision.
• Create routers using fabrication and machining standards and understand site capabilities.
• Cost parts using standards and market data for in-house, outsourced, and best-cost suppliers.
• Design fixtures to reduce cost, lead time and improve quality for welding, machining and assembly.
• Process engineering changes for drawings, routers, programs and work instructions.

Skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Hunter mentality

Business acumen

Application of knowledge

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Posting Start Date: 9/22/26

Job Location (Short): Franklin, Pennsylvania, USA, 16323

Requisition ID: 36739

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Job Overview

Located in Franklin, PA

Key Job Responsibilities

• This role will work directly with both domestic and global manufacturing locations to drive reliable and consistent manufacturing processes as it directly relates to manufacturing programs and global manufacturing engineering processes.
• Manage global process related to SAP programs and burn profiles, specifically the management of global databases of fixtures (in SAP), accessed by all sites globally; change database structure and elements when needed. Must have a thorough working knowledge of manufacturing engineering programs and processes to directly impact end results.
• Responsible for recording the manufacturing processes for fabrication and machining of parts, sub-assemblies and machine assemblies, with limited supervision. A thorough working knowledge of these processes is required to effectively document global procedures.
• Lead the training of operators at global KMC sites and suppliers in the use of new tooling, welding methods or fixture use
• Lead the creation of work instructions for identified processes, engaging manufacturing, quality, and engineering with limited supervision
• Lead the creation of routers, using fabrication and machining standards. Must have a thorough understanding of specific manufacturing capabilities at each location KMC location.
• Responsible for costing parts, using fabrication and machining standards and market data, for production in house, outsourced, and at best cost country suppliers
• Design welding, machining and assembly fixtures to reduce manufacturing cost and lead time, and improve quality.
• Support Design for Manufacturability and Assembly - engaging with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain. Cross-functional knowledge of engineering, quality, and supply chain processes required to influence across functions.

Document manufacturing processes with models, drawings and text descriptions

Create and manipulate three-dimension drawings of parts to depict manufacturing processes

Research similar-to parts for existing methods and costs

Research parts, update costing and routings in SAP

Create and manipulate three-dimension drawings of fixtures

Process engineering changes for manufacturing drawings, routers, programs, and work instructions

Create plate burn profiles from engineering drawings

Initiate engineering change requests for drawing detail, clarity, and consistency; working with design engineering to close issues

Qualifications/Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred or 10-15 years manufacturing experience.

Can organize, prioritize and track work requests from multiple sources from outside and inside the ME department

Ability to express manufacturing concepts conversationally face to face, over the phone and in email

Ability to work with people on a manufacturing floor with a productive, non-combative nature

Key Skills Required by Komatsu

COLLABORATION

Working together with one or more people to complete a project or task or develop ideas or processes.

ADAPTABILITY

Having the ability to adjust to changes in their environment.

HUNTER MENTALITY

A combination of traits that can help someone achieve their goals with consistency and precision.

BUSINESS ACCUMEN

Having the ability to understand business situations and make sound decisions that lead to successful outcomes.

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE

Being able to use what you've learned to make decisions and complete tasks in different situations.

LEADERSHIP

The ability to guide, influence or lead others to accomplish a shared goal.

Company Benefits

• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmitive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.