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Manufacturing Engineer - Senior

Today Chapel Hill, NC

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer - Senior to join our team specializing in manufacturing for our Cummins business in Rocky Mount, NC.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Lead Manufacturing Projects with Purpose You'll drive specific projects that align safety, product specifications, and business goals-ensuring manufacturing processes are efficient, compliant, and customer-focused.
  • Apply and Advance Manufacturing Expertise By leveraging your deep knowledge of manufacturing principles, you'll improve equipment and processes, contributing to higher productivity and product quality.
  • Champion Continuous Improvement Using tools like Lean and Six Sigma, you'll lead efforts to refine standards and working methods, helping the organization reduce waste and optimize performance.
  • Influence Key Stakeholders Your leadership in communication will help align external partners, business leaders, and cross-functional teams around shared goals and manufacturing strategies.
  • Collaborate Across Boundaries Working with internal and external resources, you'll ensure project success through effective coordination, problem-solving, and execution.
  • Set and Elevate Manufacturing Standards You'll lead the development and implementation of best practices, ensuring consistency, safety, and excellence across manufacturing operations.
  • Coach and Build Relationships By maintaining strong relationships and mentoring stakeholders, you'll foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
  • Drive Strategic Manufacturing Vision Your role supports the broader strategy of the manufacturing organization, helping translate vision into actionable improvements that deliver long-term value.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

  • Collaborative Communication and Influence Building strong partnerships and communicating effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders will help align goals, drive decisions, and ensure smooth project execution.
  • Technical Mastery in Manufacturing Processes Success requires interpreting engineering drawings, selecting appropriate equipment, and applying manufacturing knowledge to design safe, ergonomic, and efficient workstations and processes.
  • Commitment to Health, Safety, and Ergonomics Championing proactive safety behaviors and applying ergonomic design principles will help create a safe, injury-free workplace and foster a culture of well-being.
  • Continuous Improvement and Digital Innovation Leveraging digital tools for simulation and analysis, applying process improvement methodologies, and embracing Quality 4.0 technologies will enable data-driven decisions and long-term operational excellence.

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QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

  • 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. Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.

Additional Details:

  • Lead projects to implement line changes for new products
  • Coordinate supplier equipment integration
  • Lead line changes for tooling, process, and equipment changes for new products
  • Support the line during project execution for infant care support

Compensation

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.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2420018

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

Client-provided location(s): Chapel Hill, NC
Job ID: Cummins-R-E0D8B29A334A40D98994E9023BC4C02B
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-12-24T19:17:32

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Pension
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion