Transformer Production Engineer - Lean Optimization

States Manufacturing Corporation; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Minnesota seeks a Production Engineer responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes for transformer production. The ideal candidate will collaborate with multiple departments to improve efficiency, safety, and quality across operations. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3–5 years of relevant experience, including hands-on skills in transformer manufacturing principles. This position is on-site with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of engineering experience in transformer manufacturing or heavy electrical equipment preferred.
• Hands-on experience with coil winding, insulation design, core assembly, or testing strongly desired.
• Knowledge of IEEE/ANSI/IEC transformer standards.

Responsibilities

• Support day to day production of transformer components.
• Analyze workflow bottlenecks and implement process improvements.
• Lead Lean/Kanban initiatives and use data to drive decisions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Partner with Maintenance on equipment troubleshooting.

Skills

Transformer manufacturing processes

Analytical skills

Lean Manufacturing principles

Reading engineering drawings

Communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

CAD software proficiency

ERP systems familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Minnesota seeks a Production Engineer responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes for transformer production. The ideal candidate will collaborate with multiple departments to improve efficiency, safety, and quality across operations. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3–5 years of relevant experience, including hands-on skills in transformer manufacturing principles. This position is on-site with a Monday–Friday schedule.