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.