10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related role
Experience in manufacturing environments, especially with fuel systems or precision machining
Automotive manufacturing background preferred
CNC programming and troubleshooting experience
Strong root-cause problem-solving skills with structured methodologies
Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks) preferred
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between Engineering and Production for Fuel Pump and Injector lines
Own resolution of production issues, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions
Design and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures
Implement structured problem-solving approaches like 8D and DMAIC
Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean and Six Sigma
Develop and maintain work instructions and standard operating procedures
Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and improve throughput
Benefits
Paid time off
401(k) with match and employee stock ownership (ESOP)
Gain share bonuses
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Life, short- and long-term disability insurance
Stable, collaborative manufacturing environment with long-term growth opportunities
Full Job Description
We're Hiring: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Elgin, SC | Schedule: 4-day week | First Shift Do you enjoy solving problems on the shop floor, improving processes, and helping keep production running at its best? AMBAC International is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to provide Plant Support and serve as the primary liaison between Engineering and Production for our Fuel Pump and Injector production lines and Machining area at our Elgin, SC facility. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys hands-on problem-solving, and takes pride in driving process improvement, quality, and production efficiency. As the point of contact for the Fuel Pump and Injector lines and Machining area, you'll own the resolution of production issues and drive implementation of a structured, repeatable problem-solving approach-working closely with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and leadership teams to keep processes, tooling, and equipment aligned with safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing. What You'll Do
Serve as the Manufacturing Engineer providing Production Support and acting as the primary point of contact between Engineering and Production for the Fuel Pump and Injector production lines and Machining area
Own the resolution of day-to-day production issues, driving problems to root cause and permanent corrective action
Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures specific to Fuel Pump and Injector production and Machining operations
Implement and champion a structured, repeatable problem-solving approach (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, DMAIC) across the lines and Machining area
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) on assigned production lines and in the Machining area
Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures
Partner with quality to resolve nonconformances and reduce scrap/rework on Fuel Pump and Injector product lines and Machining operations
Support new product introduction (NPI) and process validation activities
Collaborate with maintenance on equipment reliability and uptime improvements, including CNC and machining equipment
Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and drive throughput improvements
Communicate production issues, risks, and recovery plans clearly across Engineering, Production, and leadership
Ensure processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
What You Bring
10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a related role
Experience working in a manufacturing environment; experience with fuel systems, fuel pumps, injectors, precision machining, or precision-machined components a strong plus
Automotive manufacturing background preferred (long-tenured automotive experience a strong plus)
CNC programming and troubleshooting experience preferred given support of the Machining area
Proven ability to act as a liaison between engineering and production/shop floor teams
