Manufacturing Engineer

The Timken Company • Fulton, IL • 11h ago

What Timken makes possible begins with you.

Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world- improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

Position Summary: The Manufacturing Engineer at our Fulton Manufacturing Plant is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient and high-quality production. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and effective project management. The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with production teams to solve complex problems, enhance productivity, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Essential Job Duties:

Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and procedures. Promote a culture of safety within the plant, conduct safety audits, and collaborate with leadership to enhance safety performance.

Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve safety. Identify areas for improvement, develop action plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes. This includes solving production issues, optimizing workflows, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Project Management: Manage multiple projects, including delegating assignments to maintenance, and operative associates. Oversee the work of contractors and suppliers, ensuring timely and cost-effective implementation of new technologies.

Problem Solving: Implement advanced problem-solving techniques to develop permanent solutions to critical issues. Work with associates from Production to conduct root cause analysis, develop countermeasures, and monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; and 2 years manufacturing experience.

Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, gauging, controls and mechanical or electrical engineering design principles.

Experience with CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools.

Experience with SAP or other ERP system.

Ability to manage projects independently, with available support as needed.

Strong critical thinking and communication skills (verbal & written).

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Preferred:

4 years of experience as a manufacturing engineer.

Proficiency in machine design, process optimization, and quality control.

Hands on experience in manufcturing and support shop floor problem solving.

Experience in stamping presses and die design.

Experience with time studies.

The yearly compensation for this role is $74,035 - $105,840, is commensurate on experience and education, and could pay more or less than the posted range. This full-time position is eligible to participate in the company's short-term incentive program, paid time off plan, 401k, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision. Qualified candidates can apply for this position by clicking on the link located in the job posting at www.careers.timken.com.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.

We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

Over a century of knowledge and innovation

A culture of top performance

A global, diverse environment

Products that contribute to a sustainable world

A conviction to improve communities around us

Competitive salary and benefits

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