Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in a large-scale ERP transformation to Oracle while improving manufacturing execution in a highly custom, low-volume environment that produces creative solutions such as pump skid packages, chiller systems, and custom commercial equipment. This role serves as a critical bridge between engineering and manufacturing, ensuring accurate product data flows from Windchill (PLM) into Apriso (MES/MOM) and aligns seamlessly with Oracle ERP.

The successful candidate will apply strong manufacturing fundamentals and system integration experience to drive efficiency, quality, and process standardization across the factory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and structure bills of materials (BOMs) in Windchill to ensure accurate release into Apriso.
• Ensure alignment of product and process data across Windchill (PLM), Apriso (MES), and Oracle ERP systems.
• Support the ERP transformation by mapping data, validating system integration, and identifying and resolving data and process gaps.
• Develop method sheets, work instructions, and standardized work based on BOMs to support consistent shop floor execution.
• Create and update manufacturing routings, cycle times, and process flows to optimize throughput and resource utilization.
• Design workstations, flow lines, and layouts that improve efficiency, ergonomics, and product quality.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to throughput, weld cells, downtime reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Lead and support root cause analysis, statistical studies, and corrective actions to address manufacturing issues.
• Improve productivity, equipment performance, and overall manufacturing efficiency through data-driven initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance on manufacturing processes and product design issues to support engineering and production teams.
• Maintain manufacturing standards, including process maps, tooling requirements, quality controls, and cycle times.
• Partner with environmental health and safety (EHS) teams to ensure equipment and processes comply with OSHA requirements.
• Support factory implementation activities related to the Oracle ERP transition, bridging engineering data and shop floor execution.
• Collaborate closely with a cross-functional team of engineers to ensure smooth adoption of new systems and processes.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, including BOM management, routing, and manufacturing process design.
• Hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in a low-volume, highly customized production environment.
• ERP system experience, including participation in implementation, integration, or optimization projects.
• PLM system experience, with direct experience in Windchill strongly preferred.
• Experience with Apriso or similar MES/MOM systems for managing shop floor execution.
• Proficiency in Creo or similar CAD tools for supporting product and process design.
• Strong aptitude for mechanical and electrical applications as they relate to equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Experience managing or supporting an ERP conversion, ideally involving Oracle ERP.
• Demonstrated ability to bridge engineering data with shop floor execution and manufacturing operations.
• Experience in project management, including planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing or system integration projects.
• Experience in process automation within manufacturing environments.
• HVAC industry experience or exposure to HVAC-related products and systems.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and statistical studies to support corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with engineering, operations, and EHS teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is preferred; candidates without a four-year degree are encouraged to apply if they bring strong practical experience and relevant skills.
• Experience with Windchill PLM for BOM structuring and product data management.
• Experience with Apriso MES for managing manufacturing execution and data flow.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar…