**DESCRIPTION** Leads the planning, designing, purchasing, and implementation of changes to the manufacturing equipment and systems while leading and co-leading teams. **Key Responsibilities:** + Leads specific projects to create and implement all aspects of manufacturing processes to ensure safety requirements, manufacturing goals, business goals, and product specifications are met. + Applies knowledge of manufacturing principles and practices to improve equipment and processes. + Utilizes continuous improvement tools, follows Cummins standards, and develops manufacturing standards and working methods. + Communicates with and influences key external stakeholders, business leaders, and functional members. + Works with internal and external resources on specific project assignments. + Maintains relationships and coaches key stakeholders. **RESPONSIBILITIES** **Knowledge and Skills:** + Leads Manufacturing Engineering activities, including planning, designing, purchasing, and implementing integrated manufacturing assembly or machining processes. + Expertise in process planning, capital purchase process, equipment installation&commissioning, and preparation of documents like FMEA, Control Plan, SWM, Time Study, Line Balancing, Controls, and Machine Maintenance. + Experience with layout optimization, RFQ, negotiations, CAPEX, tool engineering, Jigs&Fixtures, GD&T, cash flow, IRR, and NPV. + Knowledge of cylindrical parts (Crank, Cam, etc.) machining, grinding, and super finishing processes along with measurement. + Determines manufacturing processes required to achieve goals according to product specifications. + Identifies and resolves product and performance issues in collaboration with engineering teams. + Plans and designs methods to improve production efficiency and trains line employees on new processes and methods. + Improves equipment availability and capability through continuous improvement initiatives. + Defines manufacturing standard working methods and supports capital acquisition, capacity planning, and change control. + Coaches and mentors less experienced Manufacturing Engineers. **Competencies:** + **Collaboration:** Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. + **Effective Communication:** Develops and delivers communications tailored to different audiences. + **Health and Safety Fundamentals:** Champions proactive health and safety behaviors. + **Drawing Interpretation:** Integrates product design and manufacturing equipment engineering drawings to optimize manufacturing processes. + **Equipment/Capital Procurement:** Selects manufacturing equipment that meets Cummins specifications and project needs. + **Manufacturing Analysis Led Design:** Uses digital tools to model and simulate manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvements. + **Manufacturing Knowledge:** Implements process changes to meet functional needs and drive continuous improvement. + **Process Documentation:** Develops clear and standardized written manufacturing procedures. + **Tool and Fixture Design:** Selects and designs work-piece-holding devices to ensure secure positioning. + **Values Differences:** Recognizes the value of diverse perspectives and cultures. + **Continuous Process Improvement:** Identifies and implements process improvements and waste reduction methodologies. + **Ergonomics Process and Workplace Design:** Designs ergonomic workstations to enhance safety and efficiency. + **Problem Solving:** Utilizes systematic analysis and industry methodologies to resolve issues and prevent recurrence. + **Workstation Design:** Develops operator workstations that prioritize safety, efficiency, and ergonomic considerations. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:** + **Education:** College, university, or degree in Mechanical,Industrial Engineering or Mechatronics is required. + **Experience:** 10-14 years of relevant work experience required. **Job** Manufacturing **Organization** Cummins Inc. **Role Category** Hybrid **Job Type** Exempt - Experienced **ReqID** 2410969 **Relocation Package** No