Manufacturing Engineering Technician - Knightdale, NC
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Date: Jul 13, 2026
Location: Knightdale, NC, US, 27545
Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician, you will support Manufacturing Engineers with a primary focus on building a zero-incident safety culture grounded in "Think Safe, Work Safe, Go Home Safe." Also, contribute to the design and improvement of processes that eliminate risk while optimizing labor and material efficiency. Lastly, create documentation to standardize daily manufacturing operations, in addition to delivering measurable cost reductions that improve business profitability.
A Day In The Life
Safety Leadership
Uphold a zero-incident safety culture aligned with proactively identifying, assessing, and eliminating risks through engineering controls and process design. Integrate safety into all process development, equipment design, and continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with EHS and Operations too:
Conduct risk assessments (JSAs, PFMEAs)
Investigate incidents and develop corrective actions
Drive behavior-based safety engagement
Ensure all processes, tooling, and layouts meet or exceed safety standards and regulatory requirements
Manufacturing Engineering Support
Collaborate with a team of Manufacturing Engineers to deliver impactful results
Execute on clear expectations, priorities, and accountability aligned to business objectives
Support the design of jigs and fixtures for ease of manufacturing
Participate in the design, development, and implementation of new manufacturing processes both physically and through ERP system SAP.
Support smooth new product and project transitions into production
Engage in cross-functional projects across Operations, Quality, and Engineering
Productivity & Cost Improvement
Achieve measurable improvements in:
Labor efficiency
Material utilization
Overall cost per unit
Play a role in continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Lean, CI projects) Conduct time studies and optimize workflow to remove waste. Support MEs in executing Automation, Standardization and Process Simplification opportunities.
Quality and Change Management
Partner with Quality to Support ISO9001 accreditation through:
Supporting the Implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Implement engineering changes, deviations, and specifications
Ensure clear communication and effective rollout of changes to the production floor through proper Engineering Change Control Process
What will help you thrive in this role?
General Requirements
Strong safety mindset and proactive risk management approach
Presents a "can-do" attitude
Results-driven with a focus on business impact and profitability
Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Change agent who thrives in continuous improvement environments
High emotional intelligence and sound judgment in decision-making
Qualifications
Associates/Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field (preferred)
Demonstrated success in driving safety improvements, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and delivering cost savings (labor/material)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and process optimization
Ability to perform time studies and labor analysis
Understanding of Industrial engineering principles
Exposure to SAP/ERP systems
Solidworks experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project)
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Electrical Solutions
Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
