Manufacturing Engineer

Brief Description

We are seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at Brazeway. Brazeway is the world's largest producer of frost-free evaporator coils and a leading global supplier of aluminum heat transfer tubing and components for various industries. We are expanding into advanced electronics and data center cooling, focusing on next-generation thermal solutions for high-performance computing and AI infrastructure.

Who we are

Brazeway is headquartered in Adrian, Michigan, offering a great location for commuters and residents of both Ohio and Michigan. Our team culture is strong and collaborative, with a focus on safety and progressive work environments. We believe in hiring great people and empowering them to innovate and create impactful solutions.

What we provide

• A strong, collaborative team culture
• A safe and progressive work environment with opportunities for growth
• Opportunities to contribute to a new and strategically important area of the company

Major Responsibilities

• Leads CNC milling application development and process design, driving improvements in capability, quality, competitiveness, and performance
• Leads tube forming, assembly, and secondary process development, driving improvements in capability, quality, competitiveness, and performance
• Accountable for end-to-end manufacturing and quality performance within the value stream
• Analyze production data to identify trends, defects, and areas for improvement. Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues
• Provides technical support to account managers
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits (e.g., ISO compliance)
• Review and approve production documentation, including work instructions and control plans
• Support new product introductions (NPI), process validation, and APQP activities
• Train production staff on quality standards and best practices
• Actively supports and manages within Brazeway’s mission, vision, Code of Conduct, and Process Based Leadership guidelines
• Actively supports our 5S + Safety programs

Qualifications

• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in CNC milling applications, including process development and problem solving
• Proven experience applying quality system requirements and Advanced Product Quality Planning to support product and process launches
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering: Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or quality engineering role
• Working knowledge of quality tools (e.g., Six Sigma, SPC, FMEA, root cause analysis)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – experience in Six Sigma or Lean Mfg. principles preferred
• Proficient with MS Office products
• Excellent analytical, written, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong commitment to collaborative and innovative team environment
• Experience in thermal systems, heat transfer, or manufacturing environments is a plus

Pay

Competitive salary, annual bonus program, 401(k) matching and profit-sharing contributions, health insurance options with competitive premiums, life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and other benefits.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the team.