Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description:

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys solving problems improving processes and bringing automation solutions to this role you will evaluate manufacturing processes identify improvement opportunities and lead projects that enhance safety quality throughput reliability and efficiency at our Cincinnati-area manufacturing facility.

You will work closely with production maintenance plant leadership vendors and equipment suppliers to improve existing operations and support equipment upgrades automation projects and new installations.

• Analyze workflows equipment layouts space requirements and labor needs to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Identify and eliminate process waste using tools such as value stream mapping FMEA control plans SMED time studies and root cause analysis.
• Collect and interpret operational data to support decisions involving equipment facilities and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate equipment upgrades and replacements including business justification and economic impact.
• Manage equipment and facility projects including installations upgrades relocations and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot and optimize PLC-controlled equipment HMIs variable frequency drives sensors vision systems controls hardware and industrial networks.
• Support capital projects involving machine controls automation upgrades and new equipment.
• Partner with production maintenance contractors and vendors to resolve electrical controls and equipment-related issues.
• Develop and maintain facility and equipment layouts.
• Work with suppliers on equipment component and part specifications and qualification.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• At least three years of engineering experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience is preferred.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting PLC-based manufacturing equipment. Allen-Bradley experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of industrial automation electrical controls HMIs VFDs machine safety systems and industrial sensors.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and work effectively with controls contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Strong problem-solving root cause analysis project management communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint. Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is valuable.
• Familiarity with applicable OSHA EPA and DOT regulations.

• Automation and controls experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Keyence sensors vision inspection systems laser measurement devices or barcode readers.
• Demonstrated success improving equipment safety quality throughput or reliability.
• Experience leading equipment installations automation upgrades or capital projects.

This is an active plant-based engineering role. The position regularly requires sitting standing bending twisting and navigating the manufacturing environment. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds is required. This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

If you are an engineer who enjoys combining data hands-on troubleshooting automation and project leadership to make measurable improvements we encourage you to apply.

Compensation Information:

$80000-$100000 plus annual incentive plan

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.