Manufacturing Engineer Specialist - HVAC

Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Process Development

• Design, develop, validate, and sustain manufacturing processes for Liquid Cooling - HVAC products and assemblies.
• Support manufacturing readiness activities including process definition, work instructions, tooling, fixtures, material presentation, and production launch activities.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, routings, standard work, process flow diagrams, and production standards.
• Optimize production layouts, workstation design, and material flow to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Support line balancing and capacity analysis to maximize productivity and throughput.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Implement continuous improvement projects that reduce manufacturing costs, improve quality, or enhance operator safety.
• Apply Lean tools including Standard Work, Visual Management, 5S, SMED, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke.
• Identify and eliminate process bottlenecks and non-value-added activities.

Operational Performance

• Monitor and analyze manufacturing KPIs including FPY, scrap, labor efficiency, downtime, changeover performance, and operational supplies.
• Support corrective actions to improve business unit performance and achieve operational targets.
• Perform time studies and establish labor standards to support productivity initiatives.

Quality & Problem Solving

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for manufacturing issues.
• Support quality improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineering to reduce defects and improve process capability.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards and customer requirements.

Equipment & Technology

• Support selection, implementation, validation, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Participate in capital expenditure projects by providing technical evaluations and return-on-investment recommendations.
• Ensure equipment capability supports quality, capacity, safety, and operational objectives.

Safety & Ergonomics

• Partner with EHS and Operations teams to identify safety risks and process-related hazards.
• Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) activities and implement ergonomic improvements.
• Support compliance with safety regulations and company standards.

Training & Technical Support

• Provide technical support to production personnel and supervisors.
• Develop and deliver training related to manufacturing processes, work instructions, and critical operations.
• Support operator qualification and process certification activities.

Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related technical field.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering within HVAC, Liquid Cooling, metal fabrication, sheet metal, assembly, welding, brazing, painting, fastening, electronics, or related manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting production operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of HVAC manufacturing processes and assembly operations preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA, or Creo.
• Blueprint interpretation and GD&T knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and Core Quality Tools.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.

Competencies

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Results-oriented with focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.