Manufacturing Engineer

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For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™ means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants.

Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit  .

Modine Manufacturing Company – Trenton is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who will develop cost-effective manufacturing methods by analyzing existing processes and installations and evaluating efficient solutions to manufacturing problems. This position is responsible for supporting production, troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment, improving manufacturing processes, and actively participating in the Modine Production System.

The Manufacturing Engineer will support projects ranging from minor process changes to major mechanical or electrical equipment modifications, including equipment recommendation, installation, qualification, training, and release to production.

• Work with all areas of Engineering and Production to provide effective manufacturing methods and keep the Manufacturing
• Engineering Manager informed of established project status.
• Provide technical support to production on all shifts for complex manufacturing problems, ranging from minor process changes to major mechanical or electrical equipment modifications.
• Maintain practical knowledge of operating systems and mechanical equipment throughout the plant.
• Actively participate in the Modine Production System and support Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Investigate alternative solutions for assigned projects and develop cost information for each option.
• Make recommendations to management and execute approved projects.
• Support major projects involving new equipment purchases or equipment transferred from another Modine facility.
• Coordinate project requirements with Corporate Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, outside vendors, and contractors as needed.

• Design equipment when necessary and specify equipment that satisfies manufacturing requirements.
• Troubleshoot machine-control programs and develop or modify PLC programs where needed.
• Prepare tool orders and material requisitions that clearly communicate requirements to outside vendors, the tool room, or other sources responsible for building or repairing required tools.
• Develop awareness of new electrical control systems and mechanical technologies to improve processes and generate manufacturing cost savings.
• Contribute to each phase of equipment installation, setup, debugging, and implementation.
• Participate in safety and ergonomic reviews for new or modified equipment.
• Support equipment and process qualification where applicable.
• Develop or provide training on equipment before release to production.
• Analyze existing processes and installations to identify efficient solutions to manufacturing problems.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and equipment performance.
• Support continuous improvement through…