We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer – Senior to join our team specializing in manufacturing for our Cummins’ business in Columbus, IN.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Lead end-to-end manufacturing projects, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and business objectives
- Drive process optimization initiatives that increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency
- Implement advanced manufacturing solutions through data-driven analysis, simulation tools, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver on capital projects and process enhancements
- Develop standardized manufacturing procedures that ensure consistency, reliability, and operational excellence
- Integrate product design and engineering drawings to create efficient, scalable production processes
- Champion workplace safety and ergonomic design practices to build a proactive, injury-free culture
- Mentor team members and stakeholders in problem-solving techniques and continuous improvement practices
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
- Strong expertise in manufacturing engineering principles, with the ability to lead process improvements and engineering initiatives
- Proven capability to apply lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and GD&T to solve complex operational challenges
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across diverse teams, influencing decisions and driving alignment
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills using structured, data-driven approaches
- Experience balancing safety, quality, delivery, and cost considerations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
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.
Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Key Competencies:
- Utilize 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks to design, model, and optimize manufacturing processes and equipment
- Apply experience with capital equipment procurement and CapEx project management to support strategic investments
- 3-5 years in manufacturing engineering, or relevant field, with demonstrated success in process improvement, capital project involvement, and leading engineering initiatives.
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and GD&T
- Leverage digital manufacturing tools and simulation technologies to validate process designs prior to implementation
- Contribute to VPI (Value Package Introduction) launch activities, ensuring seamless integration into production
- Lead safety, quality, and throughput improvement projects with measurable, sustainable results
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to execute project deliverables and strengthen stakeholder relationships
- Demonstrate adaptability, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset in leading change initiatives
- Apply experience with automation technologies, including familiarity with Fanuc HandlingTool or ArcTool, to enhance production capabilities
- Support workstation, tooling, and fixture design to ensure efficiency, repeatability, and ergonomic excellence
Shift Requirements: Ability to support business needs across varying shifts as applicable
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with equipment procurement
- Experience with managing Capex projects
- Familiarity with Fanuc HandlingTool or ArcTool
- Proficiency in SolidWorks
- Core Responsibilities
- Support VPI launch activities
- Lead improvement projects impacting safety, quality, and throughout
- This role is designated as 100% onsite and may require up to 10% travel.
Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.
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 degree in STEM or equivalent experience
- Strong expertise in manufacturing engineering principles
- Experience applying lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and GD&T
- 3-5 years in manufacturing engineering or relevant field with process improvement and capital project experience
- Demonstrated analytical and data-driven problem-solving skills
- Ability to balance safety, quality, delivery, and cost in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Ability to support business needs across varying shifts
- Proficiency in SolidWorks
- Experience with equipment procurement and CapEx project management
- Familiarity with Fanuc HandlingTool or ArcTool
- Experience with digital manufacturing tools, simulation technologies, and automation technologies
- May require licensing for export control or sanctions compliance
- Willingness to travel up to 10%
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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