Manufacturing Engineer - Senior

We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer – Senior to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Fletcher, NC .

Job Summary:

Leads the planning, designing, purchasing, and implementation of changes to the manufacturing equipment and systems while leading and co-leading teams.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Drive successful project outcomes by designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that consistently meet safety requirements, production targets, business goals, and product specifications.

• Elevate operational performance by applying advanced manufacturing principles to improve equipment reliability, process capability, throughput, and cost efficiency.

• Strengthen Cummins’ operational excellence by utilizing continuous improvement tools (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean) to identify waste, reduce variation, and standardize best practices.

• Ensure global alignment and quality by leading the development, documentation, and deployment of Cummins manufacturing standards, working methods, and technical guidelines.

• Influence organizational decision-making by clearly communicating project insights, risks, and recommendations to external partners, business leaders, and cross-functional teams.

• Accelerate project execution by coordinating effectively with internal and external engineering, sourcing, quality, and operations resources to deliver on-time, high-quality results.

• Build technical capability across teams by coaching stakeholders on manufacturing principles, process understanding, and adherence to Cummins standards.

• Enhance stakeholder trust and collaboration by maintaining strong relationships and serving as a knowledgeable, reliable advisor on manufacturing process performance and improvement opportunities.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

Strong Collaboration & Communication

• Build effective partnerships across engineering, operations, safety, and production teams to achieve shared goals.

• Tailor communication (written, verbal, visual) to match the technical understanding and needs of different audiences.

• Proactively share information, align stakeholders, and maintain clarity during design reviews, process changes, and implementation activities.

Safety-First Mindset

• Model and champion proactive health and safety behaviors in all activities.

• Identify, report, and help resolve safety risks using structured methods.

• Integrate safety considerations into every stage of process, workstation, and equipment design.

Technical Mastery in Manufacturing Engineering

• Interpret and integrate product, tooling, fixture, and manufacturing engineering drawings to guide process development.

• Apply strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes to implement changes that improve quality, cost, and delivery.

• Use digital modeling and simulation tools to analyze, optimize, and validate manufacturing processes before physical changes occur.

Equipment, Tooling, & Fixture Expertise

• Select and procure manufacturing equipment that aligns with specifications, project requirements, and long-term operational needs.

• Design or select effective tools and fixtures that properly secure workpieces and ensure product conformance.

• Ensure capital and tooling decisions reflect safety, ergonomics, throughput, and cost considerations.

Process Documentation & Standardization

• Develop clear, logically sequenced manufacturing procedures that support consistent execution across all operators and shifts.

• Maintain standard work that reflects best practices, quality expectations, and safety guidelines.

• Ensure documentation is accessible, accurate, and aligned with engineering change processes.

Ergonomics & Workstation Excellence

• Design workstations and workflows that reduce ergonomic risk and support safe, efficient operator performance.

• Apply ergonomic design guidelines to minimize strain, improve comfort, and reduce workplace injuries.

• Balance ergonomics with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

• Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, waste elimination) to enhance performance.

• Use structured problem-solving frameworks to trace issues to root causes and implement robust, data-driven corrective actions.

• Prevent recurrence through systemic solutions, documentation updates, and improved training.

Inclusion & Respect for Diverse Perspectives

• Seek input from colleagues with different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.

• Leverage diverse insights to improve design decisions, problem-solving, and team performance.

• Build an inclusive environment where all voices contribute to better outcomes.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

• College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required.

• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

• Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.

Assembly Process Design & Optimization

• Define assembly sequences, takt times, and balanced work content to achieve stable and efficient operations.
• Develop standard work documentation and optimize processes for ergonomics, safety, and productivity.

Tooling, Fixtures & Error-Proofing (Poka-Yoke)

• Specify and integrate torque tools, angle-controlled fastening systems, and assembly fixtures, nests, and locating mechanisms.
• Design and implement mistake-proofing solutions to prevent wrong orientation, missing components, and fastener mix-ups.

Fastening & Joining Expertise

• Develop fastening strategies, including torque and angle specifications, joint analysis, and tool selection to ensure robust connections.

Line Readiness & Ramp-Up Execution

• Lead line trials including FAT, SAT, PPAP builds, and SOP readiness activities.
• Balance manpower and automation, identify bottlenecks, and implement throughput and capacity improvements.

Machining Process Development

• Define machining strategies and select equipment based on rigidity, accuracy, throughput, and cost.
• Specify cutting tools, coatings, holders, coolant systems, speeds/feeds, and depths of cut for optimal performance.

Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvement

• Identify high-cost features and tolerance drivers, and propose design or process alternatives to reduce cost.
• Reduce cycle times, optimize consumable usage, and improve process yield through stabilization and continuous improvement.

Design for Manufacturability (DFM/DFA)

• Influence product design early by aligning critical features with machining and assembly datums.
• Ensure components are easy to locate, orient, fasten, and assemble, reducing variability and assembly time.

Cross-Process Root Cause Problem Solving

• Diagnose and resolve complex issues spanning machining and assembly systems using structured problem-solving methodologies.

Launch & Industrialization Ownership

• Manage engineering changes during ramp-up, ensuring readiness for SOP and post‑SOP stabilization.
• Balance cost, quality, safety, and throughput to deliver robust, scalable manufacturing processes.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2427564

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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