Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Jenbacher Engines

About the role

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) supports the ramp-up of machining operations in Waukesha, ensuring robust, cost-effective, and high-quality production aligned with INNIO standards. This unique opportunity involves developing and optimizing machining processes for conrod manufacturing, supporting production ramp-up, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize machining processes for conrod manufacturing (e.g., milling, drilling, honing, finishing)
• Define and maintain manufacturing BOMs, routings, and work instructions, including standard times
• Support production ramp-up, including line setup, process validation, and troubleshooting
• Drive continuous improvement of quality, cycle time, and cost using Lean and Six Sigma principles
• Analyze tooling, consumables, and machining parameters to improve process capability and reduce cost
• Lead or support industrialization activities, including fixture design and equipment specification
• Collaborate with Engineering/Design to ensure manufacturability of conrod components
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions for safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in machining or production engineering, ideally with precision components (e.g., engine parts, rods, cranktrain)
• Experience with assembly and/or machining of heavy industrial equipment
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and tooling concepts
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Oracle) and manufacturing data structures (BOMs, routings)

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Solid project management and problem-solving skills

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Onsite Monday through Friday
• Up to 20% travel, with the greatest demand at the start of the role—including approximately 2.5 months in Jenbach, Austria

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

• Onsite Monday through Friday

Additional Information

• Location: Waukesha, WI
• Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.