Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

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Job Description

This position involves leading process improvements in the Final Assembly area for electronic control units (ECU). The role encompasses project management, defect reduction, and specification of new equipment, utilizing both mechanical and electrical troubleshooting to enhance efficiencies. The engineer will work with automated assembly equipment, including robotics (Fanuc and Yamaha) and PLCs, and may use AutoCAD or SolidWorks to modify existing equipment, tooling, or fixtures. Responsibilities include creating and updating documents for team members and maintenance crews, utilizing SQL databases for process data review, and implementing preventive maintenance schedules. Additional roles may involve supporting launch activities and managing projects related to new equipment acquisition.

Responsibilities

Lead process improvements in the Final Assembly area for ECU.Manage projects related to process improvements and defect reduction.Specify new equipment and utilize mechanical and electrical troubleshooting to increase efficiencies.Work with automated assembly equipment including robotics and PLCs.Use AutoCAD or SolidWorks for equipment modifications.Create and update documentation for team members and maintenance crews.Utilize SQL databases to review process data.Implement preventive maintenance schedules.Support launch activities and manage new equipment acquisition projects.

Essential Skills

Manufacturing engineering expertise.Proficiency in SolidWorks or AutoCAD.Experience in lean manufacturing.Knowledge in process improvement.Understanding of electrical and electronics engineering.Mechanical engineering skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical, or related field.Experience with manufacturing equipment installation.Fanuc robot programming knowledge.Knowledge of PLC ladder logic and HMIs.Demonstrated ability to learn quickly.Project management experience.

Work Environment

The work environment is an electronic manufacturing facility, primarily clean-room, requiring smocks and ESD shoes. The role involves cross-functional collaboration with various groups such as Quality, Production, Machine Build, and Design Engineering. The work setting is a mix of on-floor and desk work, depending on project needs. The facility includes 14 SMT lines and a team of 9 engineers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Harrodsburg, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $42.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Harrodsburg,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2026.

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