Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly SME

Eaton is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering - Assembly to lead optimization efforts that support our Power Distribution & Controls Assemblies (PDCA) and Commercial Products and Assemblies (CPA) businesses. The role will be located in Charlotte, NC; El Paso, TX; Arden, NC; or Greenwood, SC. Relocation assistance is available. A Hybrid work model is available (3 onsite/2 remote) for these locations. Travel between 25-50% will be required.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Strategy Leader, this subject matter expert role is responsible for the design, coordination, and management of manufacturing engineering process development for assemblies. The position provides technical guidance to enhance, implement, and innovate processes and technologies that drive product quality, operational efficiency, and support strategic initiatives.

In this role you will:
• Develop and design capacity planning models for optimized loading and improved line utilization
• Support sites to evaluate existing equipment and tooling for safety, capacity, capability and efficiency optimization
• Develop detailed technical specifications for new equipment and management of capital projects
• Develop standards for optimized workflow, material handling and workplace layout.
• Support sites with new product launch and process validation
• Work with design engineering to help incorporate design for manufacturing elements into product development
• Provide training, guidance and technical support to site manufacturing personnel which may include mfg. engineers, technicians and line operators
• Support Lean, Six Sigma, and Pro Launch through the creation of Process Maps, Standard Work, Takt Times, Potential Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Design of Experiments, Control Plans, and Job Safety Analysis for production lines
• Make vs buy analysis for assembly optimization
• Work with sites to generate efficiency and technology roadmaps to sustain and drive line optimization
• Support EQS initiatives with particular focus on PFMEA and Control plans
• Support development of standard work and work center instructions for all related fabrication processes
• Work with sites on investment roadmaps to optimize capital and expenses

Your Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing engineering and/or plant operations
• Manufacturing experience in assembly line design and assembly processes which include wiring, metal components installation, material flow and replenishment, testing, packaging and on-line inspection
• Strong background in complex assemblies, automation, process development and equipment selection
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial)
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in a complex manufacturing setting that produces variable, complex or engineered-to-order products
• LEAN Six Sigma Yellow or Black belt certification

Your Skills:
• Ability to lead projects
• Influential skills and change management

At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees. The expected annual salary range for this role is $108749.97 - $159499.96 a year. This role is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.