Manufacturing Engineer

Segment:
Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type:
On-site

Req

Job Location:

Utica, NY, US

Employment Type:

Full Time Segment:
Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering Work Location Type:
On-site

Are you a hands‑on engineer who thrives on the factory floor, solving problems, and making processes work better? As our new
Manufacturing Engineer
, you will be the primary technical partner to our Operations team, taking full ownership of the processes that create our advanced liquid‑cooling solutions.

This is your opportunity to be the go‑to expert for your assigned production lines. You will be on the front lines every day, providing the critical support that keeps our operations running safely and efficiently, directly impacting the quality of our products and the success of our team.

You won’t just be maintaining the status quo; you will be driving improvement. Your work will ensure our manufacturing processes are stable, capable, and continuously evolving to meet the next challenge.

• Act as the go‑to
  technical expert for your assigned production lines, providing hands‑on support and troubleshooting for everything from equipment and tooling to process issues.
• Develop and maintain the essential
  standard work
  , work instructions, and visual aids that enable our production teams to work safely and efficiently.
• Drive
  continuous improvement by analyzing production data, leading root cause analysis for quality issues, and identifying opportunities to boost efficiency and reduce waste.
• Partner closely with our Operations, Quality, and Maintenance teams to improve uptime, resolve technical challenges, and ensure our processes are stable and capable.
• Support the launch of
  new products and engineering changes
  , ensuring a smooth transition to the production floor with capable processes and ready‑to‑go equipment.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on experience as a
  Manufacturing or Process Engineer
  , preferably in an assembly, machining, or industrial product environment.
• A strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including tooling, equipment setup, and process control.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot production issues using
  root cause analysis
  and other problem‑solving tools.
• Familiarity with
  Lean manufacturing principles, quality systems, and ERP/MRP software.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, hands‑on approach to working with teams on the factory floor.

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, retirement plan, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
• The targeted salary range for this position is $80,000-$95,000 based on experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.