Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication SME

Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication SME

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Eaton is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering – Fabrication to lead optimization efforts that support our Power Distribution & Controls Assemblies (PDCA) and Commercial Products and Assemblies (CPA) businesses. The role will be located in Charlotte, NC;
El Paso, TX;
Arden, NC; or Greenwood, SC. Relocation assistance is available. A hybrid work model is available (3 onsite/2 remote). Travel between 25‑50% will be required.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Strategy Leader, this subject‑matter expert role is responsible for coordination and management of manufacturing engineering activities in fabrication areas (Copper Bus and Steel Fab. Painting). The position provides technical guidance to enhance, implement, and innovate processes and technologies that drive product quality, operational efficiency, and support strategic initiatives.

• Develop and design capacity planning models for optimized loading and improved equipment utilization.
• Support sites to evaluate existing equipment and tooling for safety, capacity, capability and efficiency optimization.
• Develop detailed technical specifications for new equipment and management of capital projects.
• Develop standards for optimized workflow, material handling and workplace layout.
• Support sites with new product launch and process validation.
• Work with design engineering to help incorporate design for manufacturing elements into product development.
• Provide training, guidance and technical support to site manufacturing personnel which may include mfg. engineers, technicians and line operators.
• Support Lean, Six Sigma, and Pro Launch through the creation of Process Maps, Standard Work, Takt Times, Potential Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Design of Experiments, Control Plans, and Job Safety Analysis for production lines.
• Make vs buy analysis for part cost and quality optimization.
• Work with sites to generate maintenance and technology roadmaps to sustain and improve equipment efficiency.
• Support EQS initiatives with particular focus on PFMEA and Control plans.
• Support development of standard work and work center instructions for all related fabrication processes.
• Work with sites on equipment maintenance and investment roadmaps to optimize capital and expenses.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering and/or plant operations.
• Strong background in Metal transformation:
  Stamping, Laser/punch, Bending process and technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial).
• 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.

• Experience in a complex manufacturing setting that produces variable, complex or engineered-to-order products.
• Background in metal pre-treatment and finishing.
• LEAN Six Sigma Yellow or Black belt certification.

• Ability to lead projects.
• Influential skills and change management.

At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees. The expected annual salary range for this role is $ - $ a year. This role is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
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.

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on January 5th, 2026.

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