Manufacturing Engineer
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
About the role
In this role, you will optimize the Production organization’s assembly methods, processes, and equipment to minimize labor hours in accordance with business strategies related to quality, efficiency, costs, and safety. Each day, you will ensure appropriate production methods, cycle time, equipment performance, and materials/components in support of production targets. You will also define the working phase sequence of a new production process to achieve the targeted product cost and equipment investment budget.
The work model for the role is onsite in our Hackettstown, NJ manufacturing facility. This role contributes to the Manufacturing Engineering Team in Hackettstown, NJ. Main stakeholders are the Operations, Quality, and Engineering Teams.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical troubleshooting and support for manufacturing equipment, including molding machines and test systems, ensuring operational continuity and minimizing downtime.
- Develop, audit, and continuously improve Bills of Material (BOMs), production routings, work instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) through time studies, process audits, and pilot production runs.
- Identify and implement improvements to operational processes, driving efficiency, standardization, and best practices across production areas.
- Collaborate with suppliers on quality-related activities, supporting vendor evaluation and the continuous improvement of incoming parts and materials.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role; background in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electromechanical Engineering.
- Hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing environments, with strong preference for injection molding processes.
- Proven ability to drive and implement organizational change, supported by strategic thinking and proactive planning skills.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-oriented professional, with strong multitasking and project management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to operational excellence.
- Candidates must already possess authorization to work for ABB in the US.
Nice to Have
- In-depth background in injection molding manufacturing.
- Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt or higher).
- Proficiency in MS Office package, with emphasis on Excel and Access.
Benefits
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support tailored to your goals.
- Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: a PPO plan (Copay Plan) or a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account).
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
- Vision benefit.
- Company-paid life insurance (2X base pay).
- Company-paid AD&D (1X base pay).
- Voluntary life and AD&D—100% employee-paid up to maximums.
- Short-term disability—up to 26 weeks—company-paid.
- Long-term disability—60% of pay—company-paid, with the ability to “buy-up” to 66⅔% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits—100% employee-paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance).
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program with support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation, virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
- Health Advocate support resources.
- Employee discount program.
- Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with company contributions.
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
- Time off
- 11 paid holidays.
- Vacation provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.
Pay
While base salary is determined by the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $83,300 and $133,280 annually.