Join our manufacturing team as a Manufacturing Engineer and make a tangible impact on production efficiency and equipment reliability. This role offers the opportunity to design innovative solutions, optimize processes, and lead continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on manufacturing role that requires regular presence on the production floor. The Manufacturing Engineer is expected to actively observe processes, engage operators and supervisors, identify constraints, and implement solutions at the point of manufacture.
**This position is located in Red Oak, TX**
What will you do?- Design and optimize manufacturing systems with focus on process design, capacity planning, and performance metrics
- Implement preventive maintenance programs that enhance equipment reliability and reduce operational downtime
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean methodology to boost productivity and quality
- Analyze production data and equipment performance to identify and execute process optimization opportunities
What are the key skills we are looking for?- Conduct detailed reviews of engineering, manufacturing, and operational designs to ensure compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and facility constraints.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to assess design feasibility and identify any gaps, risks, or additional resources required for successful implementation.
- Develop, establish, and continuously improve processes and procedures that govern how projects and solutions are built and executed.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on facility capabilities, ensuring designs align with available equipment, infrastructure, and operational processes.
- Provide recommendations on modifications, process enhancements, or capital investments needed to support new designs.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure designs are practical, scalable, and compliant before implementation.
- Review and validate project requirements to determine impacts on manufacturing, operations, quality, safety, and compliance standards.
- Drive consistency and standardization across design review processes and implementation methodologies.
- Drives for Results - advanced level; delivering measurable improvements in manufacturing performance and efficiency
- Manufacturing Process Optimization - intermediate level; analyzing and refining production workflows to enhance output quality
- Automation Integration - intermediate level; implementing automated solutions to streamline manufacturing operations
- Lean Methodology - intermediate level; applying lean principles to eliminate waste and improve process flow
- Manufacturing Design and Methodology - intermediate level; designing systems that balance efficiency, ergonomics, and capacity
- Quality Control & Inspection - intermediate level; ensuring products meet performance and compliance standards
- Continuous Improvement - developing level; identifying and executing initiatives that drive operational excellence
- Operational Health and Safety Management - developing level; maintaining compliance with safety regulations and standards
What qualifications will make you successful?- Bachelor's in Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience
- 4+ years experience in a Manufacturing Engineer role
- Strong problem-solving abilities with technical expertise to address complex manufacturing challenges
- Effective influencing and communication skills to drive change across cross-functional teams
- Analytical thinking that transforms data insights into practical process improvements
- Self-motivated with ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others
What's in it for me?- Meaningful work where your engineering solutions directly enhance manufacturing operations
- Opportunities to lead innovative projects and expand your technical capabilities
- Collaborative culture that supports professional development and continuous learning
- Environment focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence
Bring your engineering talent to a team that values innovation and results - apply today!
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
