Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Carrier Global Corporation

Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY)

Hybrid

USD 79,000 - 158,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits
Retirement Benefits
Time off and Leave
Disability
Life Insurance
Tax-Advantaged Accounts
Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Carrier Global Corporation seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead process development, continuous improvement, and production optimization across high-volume manufacturing. You will partner with Design Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing.

The role requires strong ASME knowledge, experience with machining, automated assembly, and production test systems, and expertise in process validation and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or engineering field.
  • Minimum 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead manufacturing process development and optimization for production and assembly operations.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain robust manufacturing processes to support safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
  • Provide technical leadership for capital equipment selection, installation, validation, and commissioning.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause problem-solving methodologies.
  • Evaluate and improve process capability, productivity, throughput, and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including process flow diagrams, work instructions, PFMEAs, control plans, and standard work.
  • Support New Product Introduction ETO activities and ensure manufacturability of new designs.
  • Collaborate with Product Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing and design-related issues.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable ASME standards, engineering specifications, safety requirements, and industry regulations.

Skills

ASME standards
Lean Six Sigma
Root cause analysis
SPC
DFM/DFMEA
Cross-functional collaboration
Process optimization
Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software
Manufacturing simulation tools
ERP/MES systems
Welding/pressure vessel knowledge

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

Carrier is seeking a highly experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing process development, continuous improvement initiatives, and production optimization efforts for manufacturing operations. This role will serve as a key technical resource supporting process capability improvements, equipment implementation, and quality enhancement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in ASME standards, manufacturing engineering principles, and design and production processes. This individual will collaborate cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead manufacturing process development and optimization for production and assembly operations.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain robust manufacturing processes to support safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
  • Provide technical leadership for capital equipment selection, installation, validation, and commissioning.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause problem-solving methodologies.
  • Evaluate and improve process capability, productivity, throughput, and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including process flow diagrams, work instructions, PFMEAs, control plans, and standard work.
  • Support New Product Introduction ETO activities and ensure manufacturability of new designs.
  • Collaborate with Product Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing and design-related issues.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable ASME standards, engineering specifications, safety requirements, and industry regulations.
  • Lead investigations and corrective actions for quality, reliability, and production issues.
  • Perform equipment qualification, process validation, and statistical analysis to improve process performance.
  • Mentor junior engineers and technicians while promoting engineering best practices.
  • Support supplier development and qualification activities related to components and manufacturing processes.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or engineering field.
  • Minimum 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume industrial manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong knowledge of ASME codes and standards, including interpretation and application within manufacturing processes.
  • Experience with manufacturing process development, machining, automated assembly, and production test systems.
  • Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerancing, and specification control.
  • Proficiency in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Experience with statistical process control (SPC), process capability analysis, and quality systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with HVAC, refrigeration, or manufacturing operations.
  • ASME certification, training, or extensive practical experience applying ASME standards.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
  • Experience with welding, pressure vessel fabrication, brazing, and joining processes.
  • Familiarity with automation, robotics, vision systems, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
  • Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and advanced quality tools.
  • Experience with ERP and MES systems.
  • Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools.
Technical Competencies
  • Engineering Knowledge
  • Manufacturing process design and optimization
  • Mechanical systems and thermodynamics
  • Product and process validation
  • Statistical analysis and process control
  • Equipment specification and capital project management
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
  • ASME Expertise
  • Interpretation and application of ASME standards
  • Pressure-containing systems and components
  • Manufacturing compliance and documentation
  • Design review and engineering change management
Success Metrics
  • Improve manufacturing productivity and throughput.
  • Reduce scrap, rework, and warranty costs.
  • Improve process capability and product quality.
  • Support successful launch of new products.
  • Ensure compliance with ASME and Carrier engineering requirements.
  • Deliver measurable cost savings through process improvements and capital projects.
Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation

Thisposition may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

  • Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
  • Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Tuition Assistance

The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days fromJobPosting Date: 17 September 2026

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