Manufacturing Engineer - Plant

About the role

Join Trane Technologies as a Manufacturing Engineer in Noblesville!

Responsibilities

• Provide timely resolution of manufacturing process and product design problems, including investigations, statistical studies, and corrective action planning.
• Create cost-effective and safe manufacturing processes, equipment, and tools to improve manufacturing operations.
• Design manufacturing flow lines, workstation layouts, and station controls that optimize efficiency, operating costs, and product quality.
• Uphold manufacturing standards including machine capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings, and cycle times.
• Generate work instructions, job breakdowns, and standardized work to ensure quality at the source meets product and manufacturing specifications given local needs.
• Serve as a voice of the customer for input for new design development.
• Partner with on-site EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) to ensure all equipment meets safety regulations compliant with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes across fabrication and assembly operations.
• Design and optimize production line layouts, material flow, and facility utilization to improve throughput and efficiency.
• Lead lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (TPM, VSM, Kaizen) to reduce waste and improve performance.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) including process development, validation, and transition to full-scale production.
• Own capital equipment lifecycle: specification, procurement, installation, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).

Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• PFMEA experience preferred.
• Able to accurately assess manufacturing issues related to process and design.
• Effective communication at multiple levels coupled with ability to build relationships.
• Growth mindset – desire to expand technical skillset.
• Results-driven to maintain accountability and customer-focus.

Qualifications

• Preferred Degree in Engineering or related technical disciplines.
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.

Pay

Annual Base Salary Range: $84,740.00 - $118,860.00

Compensation Type: Salary

Incentive Eligible: No

Sales Commission Eligible: No

Schedule

On-Site (5 days)

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Safety Sensitive Role

Yes