Manufacturing Engineer

DESCRIPTION Job Summary Leads the planning design procurement installation and commissioning of manufacturing equipment and systems Drives process design in compliance with IATF requirements leads cross-functional teams on equipment and process improvement initiatives and ensures manufacturing processes meet safety quality productivity and cost objectives Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Process Equipment Development Lead project activities for designing and implementing manufacturing processes in alignment with product specifications safety requirements and business goals Apply advanced knowledge of manufacturing principles to improve equipment capability process robustness and overall operational performance Lead equipment design procurement installation and commissioning for new or modified manufacturing systems Integrate product design and manufacturing equipment requirements to ensure optimal process flow and manufacturability Support development and maintenance of manufacturing standards work instructions and process documentation Continuous Improvement Optimization Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives related to layout optimization ergonomics OEE improvement Right-First-Time RFT and waste reduction Utilize digital tools for manufacturing simulations and data-driven decisions to improve process performance Drive process improvements on assembly lines and Special Purpose Machines SPMs to enhance safety efficiency and product quality Compliance Safety Audit Readiness Ensure alignment with IATF 16949 process design methodologies and support internal IATF audits Promote a strong health and safety culture through active participation in safety initiatives and implementation of ergonomic workplace solutions Ensure all implemented processes meet Cummins safety standards and regulatory requirements Cross-functional Leadership Stakeholder Management Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams CFT to resolve day-to-day process equipment and product challenges Communicate effectively with external vendors internal stakeholders and business leaders to ensure seamless project execution Coach and mentor stakeholders to enhance manufacturing capability and process understanding Technical Support Tooling Lead tool fixture and workstation design to support manufacturing operations Provide hands-on support for process validation problem solving and troubleshooting equipment issues RESPONSIBILITIES Education Licenses Certifications Bachelor s degree in STEM Science Technology Engineering Math or a related field or equivalent experience required May require licensing related to export controls or sanctions compliance Competencies Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works collaboratively to achieve shared goals Communicates Effectively - Conveys information clearly to diverse audiences Health Safety Fundamentals - Champions proactive safety behaviors and safety culture Drawing Interpretation - Integrates product and equipment drawings for optimal process design Equipment Capital Procurement - Selects and procures equipment aligned to Cummins specifications Manufacturing Analysis Led Design - Uses digital tools to model simulate and optimize manufacturing processes Manufacturing Knowledge - Applies manufacturing engineering principles to drive process and equipment improvements Process Documentation - Produces accurate and structured manufacturing procedures and standards Tool Fixture Design - Designs effective work-holding devices for manufacturing operations Continuous Process Improvement - Applies Lean CI and waste-reduction methodologies Ergonomics Workplace Design - Designs safe and ergonomic workstations following Cummins guidelines Problem Solving - Uses structured analytical methods to identify root causes and drive corrective actions Workstation Design - Designs efficient ergonomic and safe workstations supporting quality and productivity Values Differences - Appreciates and leverages diverse perspectives QUALIFICATIONS Experience Intermediate level of relevant work experience in manufacturing engineering process design equipment development assembly engineering or industrialization Hands-on experience with equipment installation commissioning and process improvement preferred Knowledge Skills Requirements Technical Knowledge Strong understanding of Process Design Methodology in accordance with IATF 16949 requirements Hands-on experience in equipment design procurement installation and commissioning Exposure to assembly operations special purpose machines SPMs and automated production equipment Proficiency in AutoCAD and tooling fixture design Understanding of ergonomic design principles OEE improvement techniques RFT and layout optimization Knowledge of manufacturing process improvement methodologies Quality Audit Skills Experience in IATF internal auditing Familiarity with problem-solving tools such as root cause analysis failure analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies Leadership Soft Skills Strong team player with ability to lead and collaborate across cross-functional teams Strong communication skills with ability to influence internal and external stakeholders Effective project leadership and ability to drive implementation with minimal supervision Job Manufacturing Organization Cummins Inc Role Category On-site with Flexibility Job Type Exempt - Experienced ReqID 2422418 Relocation Package No 100 On-Site No