Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment, and workstations to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role partners closely with Product Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure manufacturability, process robustness, and seamless product launches.

Responsibilities

• Develop, procure, install, and validate manufacturing workstations and equipment ranging from manual assembly stations to fully automated production and test systems.

• Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback to product engineering teams to improve manufacturability, reduce production costs, and optimize assembly processes.

• Design, document, and implement safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes.

• Create and maintain Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), PFMEA, Control Plans, Standard Work Instructions, and manufacturing documentation.

• Lead manufacturing process development from concept through production launch.

• Support equipment commissioning, process validation, and production readiness activities.

• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing equipment, tooling, and process issues during launch and production.

• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.

• Collaborate with Quality teams to establish process controls and ensure compliance with customer and internal requirements.

• Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Train operators and technicians on manufacturing equipment, processes, and standard work.

• Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to achieve manufacturing objectives.

• Support assembly process development, tooling selection, fixture design, and automation integration.

• Ensure manufacturing processes are robust, capable, and ready for seamless transfer to Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.

• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes and production equipment.

• Strong knowledge of:

• o PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)

• o Control Plans

• o Process Flow Development

• o Process Validation

• o Lean Manufacturing

• o DFM (Design for Manufacturability)

• Experience with assembly processes, tooling, fixtures, and automation systems.

• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications.

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Preferred Skills

• Experience in automotive, aerospace, medical device, electronics, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, MSA, and SPC methodologies.

• Experience with automated assembly and test systems.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Along with competitive pay, as a full-time KPIT employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:

• Geo Blue PPO and HSA plan.

• MetLife – Dental and Vision plan.

• Healthcare and Dependent care flexible spending account(FSA).

• 401k with employer match.

• Company-paid Basic Life and Long-term disability insurance.

• Voluntary benefits include Critical Illness, Hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft, and legal service.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Paid Holidays.

• Employee discounts and perks.

• Gym benefit.