Manufacturing Engineer

Eaton Corporation • La Grange, NC • 1d ago

Eaton's Bussmann Division is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. This is an on-site position based at our La Grange, NC facility. Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates currently residing within the US/PR.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $71000 - $105000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

In this position, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes across the La Grange facility. This role will play an integral part in driving improvements in machine and operator efficiencies while placing a focus on reducing unplanned downtime. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact from day one and grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify, design, and implement machining process improvements using programs, Lean tools, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Leverage both change management & project management skills to plan, organize, and lead various capital improvement projects including equipment replacements and upgrades

Establish and maintain positive working relationships with external vendors related to assigned capital improvement projects

Troubleshoot and lead problem-solving activities to identify root cause issue and propose recommended solutions to both Plant and Division leadership teams

Proactively drive improvements related to the machining and material flow to support production

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage the installation and implementation of new equipment. Create programs and work holding fixtures, qualify new machines, and provide training to machine operators on new technologies.

Manage the documentation of both legacy and new manufacturing processes across the facility, including work instructions and standard operation procedures

Support standardized work definition as well as the workplace design under the consideration of MESH and LEAN requirements

Support production by enhancing site capabilities, safety, quality, and utilization

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution to be completed no later than May 2026

Prior experience in engineering or operations in a manufacturing environment including internships/co-ops

Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 TO H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering from an accredited institution

Experience in Machining Applications, including CNC Programming, PLC Programing Tooling, Methods Development and Fixtures

Technical knowledge in statistical controls

Experience with SAP

Skills:

Understanding of PLC and CNC Programming, Lean tools, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop solutions based on limited information and experience

Ability to interpret and clearly communicate complex information, often requiring persuasive communication

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here (https://www.youreatonbenefits.com/candidates) for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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