ME Associate

*The Impact You'll Make *
As our ME Associate (Manufacturing Engineer), you'll play a key role in designing, improving, and standardizing manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency and deliver high-quality outcomes for our customers.

Your impact? You'll enable smoother production operations, stronger alignment with the Danfoss Business System, and measurable improvements in cost, quality, and delivery—directly benefiting both customers and the organization.

You'll collaborate with operations, process engineering, and cross-functional global teams, taking ownership of manufacturing engineering activities (including advanced manufacturing and process engineering support), helping us move toward a more efficient and sustainable future.

*What You'll Be Doing *

• Design, standardize, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and systems by reducing process variability, deploying Poka-yokes, and applying best practices to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.
• Lead problem-solving and change management initiatives in close collaboration with operations and quality teams, ensuring effective implementation of improvements and timely customer issue resolution.
• Document, benchmark, and standardize processes for shop floor ease-of-use, driving efficiency, knowledge transfer, and readiness to head the manufacturing engineering function in the future.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, methods, and equipment—including CAD tools and digital solutions—while leveraging strong analytical, problem-solving, and production expertise.
• Demonstrate excellent time management and cross-functional collaboration skills to meet deadlines, support business growth, and continuously enhance manufacturing capabilities.

*What We're Looking For *

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong engineering background (Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred or equivalent experience).
• Proven expertise in precision machining processes (grinding, honing, lapping) and hands-on familiarity with assembly tools, sensors, and vision systems.
• Strong knowledge and application of quality systems and tools, including ISO9001/TS16949, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP, control plans, SPC, MSA, and structured problem-solving methods (7 Step PDCA / 8D).
• Demonstrated ability to apply Lean Manufacturing concepts, systematic layout planning, time studies, and waste elimination to drive continuous improvement in productivity and efficiency.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Pro-E) with strong collaboration skills to work effectively across all levels of the organization—from shop floor to senior management.

*What You'll Get from Us *

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You'll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about—we think they're pretty great.

*Ready to Make a Difference? *
If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.