We are looking for a talented Housings Manufacturing Engineering Leader to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our CDBS (Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems) Facility in Fletcher, NC.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Lead Manufacturing Engineering Operations - Provide leadership for a team of engineers and engineering technicians supporting the Fletcher Housings department, ensuring priorities are aligned with production, safety, quality, and business objectives.
- Drive Equipment & Process Improvements - Lead the planning, design, procurement, and implementation of manufacturing equipment and process enhancements that improve operational performance and reliability.
- Improve OEE & Production Performance - Champion Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) initiatives by identifying opportunities to increase machine uptime, reduce downtime, and optimize manufacturing processes.
- Support Daily Production Success - Manage day-to-day production support activities, ensuring manufacturing issues are resolved quickly and efficiently to maintain operational stability.
- Lead Strategic Capital Projects - Partner with Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) teams to plan, install, and implement capital equipment that supports capacity growth, productivity improvements, and future business needs.
- Advance Continuous Improvement Initiatives - Utilize Lean manufacturing principles, problem-solving methodologies, and Cummins standards to drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Develop & Coach Technical Talent - Mentor and support engineers, technicians, and key stakeholders to strengthen technical capabilities, build organizational expertise, and foster a high-performing team culture.
- Influence Cross-Functional Success - Collaborate with business leaders, operations teams, suppliers, and external partners to successfully execute projects, standardize best practices, and achieve long-term manufacturing excellence.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Lead Through Technical Expertise - Leverage strong manufacturing engineering knowledge, equipment design, capital procurement, and process development experience to improve production performance and support strategic initiatives.
- Drive Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving - Utilize data-driven analysis, root cause methodologies, and continuous improvement tools to improve OEE, reduce waste, enhance quality, and optimize manufacturing processes.
- Champion Safety & Ergonomic Excellence - Promote a proactive safety culture by incorporating ergonomic principles, safe work practices, and risk-reduction strategies into equipment, processes, and workstation designs.
- Collaborate & Communicate Effectively - Build strong partnerships across Operations, Engineering, GME, and leadership teams while clearly communicating priorities, project status, and technical solutions to stakeholders.
- Standardize Processes & Develop Talent - Create sustainable manufacturing standards, maintain clear process documentation, coach engineering teams, and foster an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience:
Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.
Qualifications
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About UsCummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.Skills Required
- College or university degree in STEM or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Intermediate-level relevant work experience
- Licensing may be required for export-control or sanctions-regulation compliance
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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