Manufacturing Engineer

Build the Future of Manufacturing with SPX

SPX is growing, and we are building a world-class manufacturing operation in Madison, Alabama. This is an opportunity to join a team during an exciting period of growth and help shape manufacturing processes, support new product introductions, and drive operational excellence in a startup environment.

This is a hands‑on manufacturing engineering role for someone who enjoys being on the production floor, working directly with operators and technicians, solving problems in real time, and implementing practical process improvements.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to improve manufacturing performance, support production needs, and develop scalable processes. Success in this role requires a strong presence on the manufacturing floor, collaboration with hourly teams, and a willingness to understand processes firsthand.

While each day brings new opportunities to SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Work directly with operators, technicians, and production leaders to identify production challenges and implement process improvements
• Spend significant time on the manufacturing floor observing processes, troubleshooting issues, and supporting production teams
• Analyze production data and manufacturing performance to identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, throughput, and product value
• Conduct time studies, line balancing activities, and Lean assessments to improve flow and establish production standards
• Lead problem‑solving efforts with production teams to eliminate waste, improve ergonomics, reduce cycle time, and optimize processes
• Support cost analysis activities and identify opportunities for productivity and efficiency improvements

• Support development and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, assembly methods, and production systems
• Partner with operators and technicians to understand process constraints and develop practical solutions that improve safety, quality, and efficiency
• Investigate process issues and provide hands‑on technical support to production teams
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reduce cost
• Assist with workstation design, assembly cell development, manufacturing layouts, and material flow improvements
• Support implementation of engineering changes and assess impacts to manufacturing operations
• Promote and maintain safe work practices throughout manufacturing operations

• Support manufacturing improvement projects from concept through implementation
• Work closely with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, operators, and technicians to execute process improvements
• Participate in Kaizen activities and Lean initiatives focused on throughput, quality, safety, and operational performance
• Support startup activities including equipment installation, line launches, process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor implemented changes and verify effectiveness through floor observations and performance data
• Stay current on manufacturing technologies and proactively recommend improvements

We are looking for an engineer who enjoys solving problems where they happen — on the manufacturing floor — and who values working alongside operators and technicians to improve processes and deliver results. We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

• 1–5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, or related manufacturing roles
• Desire to work in a hands‑on manufacturing environment with strong production floor engagement
• Experience supporting process improvements, production optimization initiatives, or manufacturing projects
• Ability to collaborate effectively with operators, technicians,…