Manufacturing Engineer

ABB Manufacturing Engineering Manager

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:
Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to optimize the Production organization's assembly methods, processes, and equipment to minimize labor hours in accordance with business strategies related to quality, efficiency, costs, and safety. Each day, you will ensure appropriate production methods, cycle time, equipment performance, and materials/components in support of production targets. You will also showcase your expertise by defining the working phase sequence of a new production process to achieve the targeted product cost and equipment investment budget.

The work model for the role is onsite in our Hackettstown, NJ manufacturing facility.

This role is contributing to the Manufacturing Engineering Team in Hackettstown, NJ. Main stakeholders are the Operations, Quality, and Engineering Team.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Provide technical troubleshooting and support for manufacturing equipment, including molding machines and test systems, ensuring operational continuity and minimizing downtime.
• Develop, audit, and continuously improve Bills of Material (BOMs), production routings, work instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) through time studies, process audits, and pilot production runs.
• Identify and implement improvements to operational processes, driving efficiency, standardization, and best practices across production areas.
• Collaborate with suppliers on quality-related activities, supporting vendor evaluation and the continuous improvement of incoming parts and materials.

Qualifications for the role:

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role; background in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electromechanical Engineering.
• Hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing environments, with strong preference for injection molding processes.
• Proven ability to drive and implement organizational change, supported by strategic thinking and proactive planning skills.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-oriented professional, with strong multitasking and project management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to operational excellence.
• Candidates must already possess authorization to work for ABB in the US

Nice to have:

• In-depth background in injection molding manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt or higher).
• Proficiency in MS Office package, with emphasis on Excel and Access.

What's in it for you:

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities  qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $83,300 and $133,280 annually.

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