Manufacturing Engineer

• Location 2711 E Maumee St,Adrian, MI, 49221,United States
• Job Category Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing
• Relocation Expense Covered Yes
• Employee Type Full-Time Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 12%
• Manage Others No

Description

We are looking for a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer to join our team!

Brazeway is the world’s largest producer of frost-free evaporator coils and a leading global supplier of aluminum heat transfer tubing and components for the appliance, HVAC, and automotive air conditioning industries. Building on this foundation, Brazeway is expanding into advanced electronics and data center cooling, focused on next-generation thermal solutions for high-performance computing and AI infrastructure.

A strong, collaborative team culture. A safe and progressive work environment with opportunities to contribute to a new and strategically important area of the company.

The philosophy that our people are our most important asset. We believe that hiring great people and giving them the opportunity and freedom to be creative will make great things happen. Our best designs and most impactful innovations are developed in an environment where no idea is too far-fetched, no effort is wasted, and no vision is too far off. The outcome from this approach has propelled us to the forefront of ingenuity for all the sectors we serve.

Our headquarters reside in Adrian, Michigan. This area is a great location for commuters and residents of both Ohio and Michigan, providing housing options to fit any lifestyle. Within a 45-minute commute are opportunities to live on a lake, live in the heart of a vibrant city, or live in a suburb with all the amenities.

As a member of the Electronics Cooling Business (ECB) team, the Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality systems and processes within a manufacturing environment. This role ensures that products meet internal and external quality standards while driving continuous improvement in production operations.

• Leads CNC milling application development and process design, driving improvements in capability, quality, competitiveness, and performance
• Leads tube forming, assembly, and secondary process development, driving improvements in capability, quality, competitiveness, and performance
• Accountable for end-to-end manufacturing and quality performance within the value stream
• Analyze production data to identify trends, defects, and areas for improvement.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues.
• Provides technical support to account managers.
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits (e.g., ISO compliance).
• Review and approve production documentation, including work instructions and control plans.
• Support new product introductions (NPI), process validation and APQP activities.
• Train production staff on quality standards and best practices.
• Actively supports and manages within Brazeway’s mission, vision, Code of Conduct and Process Based Leadership guidelines.
• Actively supports our 5S + Safety programs.

• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in CNC milling applications, including process development and problem solving
• Proven experience applying quality system requirements and Advanced Product Quality Planning to support product and process launches
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering:
  Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field
• 5+ years of experience a manufacturing or quality engineering role
• Working knowledge of quality tools (e.g., Six Sigma, SPC, FMEA, root cause analysis)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – experience in Six Sigma or Lean Mfg. principles preferred
• Proficient with MS Office products
• Excellent analytical, written, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  
  Strong commitment to collaborative and innovative team environment
• Experience in thermal systems, heat transfer, or manufacturing environments is a plus

At Brazeway, it’s about more than what we get done – it’s about how we do it. Throughout the organization, we pride ourselves in delivering work based on our core values. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diverse backgrounds and do not discriminate.

Beyond engaging and rewarding work, we offer a total rewards package including:
Competitive salary, annual bonus program, 401(k) matching and profit-sharing contributions, health insurance options with competitive premiums, life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and other benefits such as recognition programs, gym memberships, and wellness perks.