Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Process Optimization

About the Role

The Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer is the technical authority responsible for designing, optimizing, and transforming manufacturing systems for generator production and genset enclosing operations. This role drives strategic improvements across assembly, enclosure fabrication, fuel systems, cooling packages, wiring integration, and final packaged-unit build. The engineer will architect world-class manufacturing processes, deploy advanced automation, and lead cross-functional initiatives that elevate throughput, quality, safety, and cost performance across the entire value stream.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Systems Architecture
  • Design and optimize end-to-end manufacturing systems for generator assembly and complete genset packaging (skids, enclosures, tanks, cooling systems).
  • Develop long-term capacity strategies, including equipment selection, automation roadmaps, and plant-wide layout evolution.
  • Build digital twins and simulation models (Arena, FlexSim) to predict bottlenecks, labor requirements, and capital needs.
  • Partner with Quality to reduce defects in generator assembly, wiring harnesses, and final assembly.
• Advanced Process Engineering
  • Lead high-precision process development for Assembly, Electrical Integration, and Packaging Processes.
  • Implement advanced industrial engineering tools: MTM, DOE, SPC, PFMEA, and process validation.
  • Engineer fixtures, jigs, and tooling to improve repeatability and reduce ergonomic risk.
• Lean Enterprise Leadership
  • Drive enterprise-level Lean transformation across generator manufacturing and packaging operations.
  • Lead VSM events that span fabrication, assembly, testing, and logistics.
  • Deploy SMED, 5S, Kanban, Heijunka, and standardized work at a systems level.
• Automation & Technology Integration
  • Identify and implement automation solutions such as Cobots, AGVs, and automated test systems.
  • Collaborate with controls and IT teams to advance digital manufacturing maturity.
• Cost Optimization & Value Engineering
  • Lead cost-out initiatives involving material usage, takt-time reduction, design simplification, and supply chain alignment.
  • Conduct make-vs-buy analysis for subassemblies and enclosure components.
  • Support DFM/DFA for new generator models and enclosure designs.
• Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Serve as the technical bridge between Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Facilities.
  • Lead major capital projects, including new line installations, new plant setup, layout redesigns, and technology upgrades.
  • Mentor junior engineers and develop the next generation of industrial engineering talent.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology.
• 5 years of related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with generator manufacturing, genset packaging, or power systems integration.
• Knowledge of fuel systems, cooling packages, engine assembly, fabrication, and electrical testing.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP).
• Experience in digital manufacturing, IIoT, or Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Skills

• Systems-level thinking and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Exceptional communication and project-management skills.
• Hands-on, shop-floor-driven leadership style.
• Continuous-improvement mindset with a bias for action.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to manipulate objects or controls.
• Regularly required to stand and walk.
• Occasionally required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders.
• Must occasionally lift up to 25–50 pounds.
• Typical conditions include frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, and many more.
• Many employee activities and scheduled events throughout the year for employees and their families.
• Product loan and discount programs.
• Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
• Pride in contributing to storm response efforts, with opportunities to volunteer in customer support or production.
• Workplace culture focused on teamwork, collaboration, and fun through various celebrations and events.