Manufacturing Engineer Specialist

Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Process Development
Design, develop, validate, and sustain manufacturing processes for Liquid Cooling - HVAC products and assemblies.
Support manufacturing readiness activities including process definition, work instructions, tooling, fixtures, material presentation, and production launch activities.
Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, routings, standard work, process flow diagrams, and production standards.
Optimize production layouts, workstation design, and material flow to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
Support line balancing and capacity analysis to maximize productivity and throughput.
Continuous Improvement
Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
Implement continuous improvement projects that reduce manufacturing costs, improve quality, or enhance operator safety.
Apply Lean tools including Standard Work, Visual Management, 5S, SMED, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke.
Identify and eliminate process bottlenecks and non-value-added activities.
Operational Performance
Monitor and analyze manufacturing KPIs including FPY, scrap, labor efficiency, downtime, changeover performance, and operational supplies.
Support corrective actions to improve business unit performance and achieve operational targets.
Perform time studies and establish labor standards to support productivity initiatives.
Quality & Problem Solving
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for manufacturing issues.
Support quality improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving methodologies.
Collaborate with Quality Engineering to reduce defects and improve process capability.
Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards and customer requirements.
Equipment & Technology
Support selection, implementation, validation, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
Participate in capital expenditure projects by providing technical evaluations and return-on-investment recommendations.
Ensure equipment capability supports quality, capacity, safety, and operational objectives.
Safety & Ergonomics
Partner with EHS and Operations teams to identify safety risks and process-related hazards.
Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) activities and implement ergonomic improvements.
Support compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
Training & Technical Support
Provide technical support to production personnel and supervisors.
Develop and deliver training related to manufacturing processes, work instructions, and critical operations.
Support operator qualification and process certification activities.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related technical field.
Experience
3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering within HVAC, Liquid Cooling, metal fabrication, sheet metal, assembly, welding, brazing, painting, fastening, electronics, or related manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting production operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
Technical Skills
Knowledge of HVAC manufacturing processes and assembly operations preferred.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA, or Creo.
Blueprint interpretation and GD&T knowledge preferred.
Familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and Core Quality Tools.
Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
Competencies
Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Project management and organizational skills.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Results-oriented with focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety.
Integrity.
Respect.
Teamwork.
Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
High-Performance Culture Customer Focus
Operational Excellence
Innovation
Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
Own it
Act with urgency
Foster a customer-first mindset
Think big and execute
Lead by example
Drive continuous improvement
Learn and seek out development
Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
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