We are looking for a talented Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Corporate organization in North Charleston, SC.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Lead manufacturing projects from planning through implementation, ensuring safety requirements, production goals, business objectives, and product specifications are successfully achieved.
- Improve manufacturing performance by applying engineering expertise and manufacturing best practices to optimize equipment, processes, and production efficiency.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste, increase productivity, enhance quality, and support operational excellence.
- Establish and standardize manufacturing methods and procedures that promote consistency, efficiency, and compliance with company standards.
- Influence key business leaders, stakeholders, and external partners to gain alignment, remove barriers, and ensure project success.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external resources to deliver manufacturing projects on time, within scope, and with measurable business value.
- Leverage advanced manufacturing knowledge to solve complex production challenges and implement innovative solutions that improve operations.
- Build strong relationships and coach stakeholders across the organization, fostering collaboration, capability development, and long-term manufacturing success.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Health and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.
Drawing Interpretation - Integrates product design and manufacturing equipment engineering drawings to support the design and development of an optimal manufacturing process that meets product design specifications.
Equipment/Capital Procurement - Selects manufacturing equipment which meets the Cummins manufacturing specifications and meets the project or program needs.
Manufacturing Analysis Led Design - Uses digital tools to model and simulate manufacturing processes, equipment and performance to make data driven decisions before changes are made and to drive continuous improvements.
Manufacturing Knowledge - Demonstrates the knowledge of manufacturing by correctly implementing changes in current processes, equipment, and applications to meet the function's needs and contribute towards continuous improvement.
Process Documentation - Produces written manufacturing procedures in proper sequence which are followed correctly by all approved stakeholders to establish continuity in processes and standardization.
Tool and Fixture Design - Selects work-piece-holding devices capable of effectively holding parts and products during a manufacturing process to secure their position to meet functional requirements.
Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Continuous Process Improvement - Recognizes areas in which a process can be improved by properly implementing process improvement and waste reduction methodologies to reduce process cost and improve quality in current manufacturing processes.
Ergonomics Process and Workplace Design - Designs, creates or adapts processes and workstations by implementing ergonomic controls through the application of the Cummins ergonomic design guidelines to reduce risk and deliver ergonomically designed work.
Problem Solving - Solves problems and may mentor others on effective problem solving by using a systematic analysis process by leveraging industry standard methodologies to create problem traceability and protect the customer; determines the assignable cause; implements robust, data-based solutions; identifies the systemic root causes and ensures actions to prevent problem reoccurrence are implemented.
Workstation Design - Designs operator work stations that are safe, healthy, and ergonomic while accounting for cost, quality, and delivery to contribute to an efficient work 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.
Experience:
Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.
- Extensive CNC machining experience in a production manufacturing environment.
- Experience with CNC mills and lathes, particularly Okuma machining platforms.
- Ability to read, write, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs utilizing G-Code and M-Code.
- Experience leading continuous improvement and capital projects within machining operations.
- Experience supporting disassembly and reconditioning operations for engines, turbochargers, automotive, heavy equipment, or similar mechanical components is strongly preferred.
- Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies including A3, 5 Why, Fishbone, and data-driven analysis techniques.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, and process optimization.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and Supply Chain to achieve plant objectives.
Skills Required
- College, university, or degree in STEM or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Intermediate level of relevant work experience
- Ability to read, write, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs using G-Code and M-Code
- Extensive CNC machining experience in a production manufacturing environment
- Experience with CNC mills and lathes, particularly Okuma machining platforms
- Experience leading continuous improvement and capital projects within machining operations
- Experience supporting disassembly and reconditioning operations for engines, turbochargers, automotive, heavy equipment, or similar mechanical components
- Experience using A3, 5 Why, Fishbone, and data-driven problem-solving methodologies
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, and process optimization
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and Supply Chain teams
- May require licensing for export controls or sanctions 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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