Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Allison Transmission

Ready to play a key role in shaping the future of automotive manufacturing? Allison Transmission invites you to join our award‑winning team.

For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. Our talent drives progress worldwide.

The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost‑effective assembly processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launches for new or revised products; works with the manufacturing manager to ensure standards for manufacturing are maintained. Responsibilities include monitoring and maintaining technical aspects of the assembly process, designing and/or validating equipment, and planning the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant.

• Design manufacturing systems focused on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the assembly equipment.
• Develop process documentation (process stack sheets, routing, PFMEA, process flow diagrams, error‑proofing plans).
• Analyze proposals for new machinery and equipment.
• Lead testing and evaluation of new machinery and equipment.
• Provide technical support to plant operations.
• Develop and implement major Capital Appropriations projects.
• Develop cost estimates for new and major programs.
• Present a physical presence in the workplace.
• Design, procure, qualify and launch assembly systems in a high‑volume production setting.
• Support production systems with continuous improvement and updates to existing equipment.
• Show strong understanding of torqueing systems, electrical and hydraulic press applications, automatic assembly, error‑proofing, vision systems, and robotic applications.
• Commit to requirements in safety, quality, cost, and project timeline adherence.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental & vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Other voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity‑theft protection, pet insurance)
• 401(k) with generous company match & contribution
• Accrued paid time off
• 12 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Robust employee wellness program
• Tuition assistance program

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

• High level of analytical ability.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including regular communication across functions and with senior management.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional group setting.
• Ability to work independently, coach and mentor others.
• Ability to consider business impact beyond a specific functional area.
• Ability to provide relevant, essential technical guidance to support senior management.
• CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing.
• Expertise in at least one – Assembly.
• Understanding of machine‑tool specifications, construction and maintenance, with ability to document this knowledge in RFQ packages and best‑practice documents and to participate in specification revisions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience.
• Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gauges, and ability to improve and document methods for completing these tasks.

• Familiarity with Q‑S and T‑S quality system requirements.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing concepts.
• Specific specialized skills (CNC programming, CMM programming, nut‑runner programming, robotic programming, ladder logic, etc.).
• Understanding of transmission fundamentals.
• Formal problem‑solving training.
• Experience working effectively with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment outside the…