Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

About the Team:

The Manufacturing Engineering team plays a pivotal role at ZF Off Highway Solutions by constantly driving technical advancements and cutting-edge solutions. The department's commitment to continuous improvement and hands-on problem-solving reflects our proactive and adaptive approach, making us a key contributor to the overall success of the company.

What you can look forward to:

• Foster collaboration with product engineering teams, ensuring the manufacturability of assembly and test specifications
• Provide assistance in resolving issues related to the interpretation of drawings, product design, manufacturing methods, and product performance.
• Collaborate with new product and process development teams to establish new bills of resources, develop routings, determine labor and machinery production cycle times, and contribute input data for product cost calculations.
• Develop end of line test processes and program PLCs using LabView software
• Hands on work and design of test apparatuses including flow meters, pressure transducers, electrical components etc.
• Take a lead role in developing a business case for capital investment in production processes and associated equipment, aiming to enhance overall operational efficiency.
• Participate in root cause analysis using 8D, lean 6 sigma, 5 why analysis, etc.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or related field preferred
• 0 to 2 years of relevant working experience 
• Preferred experience in LabView software
• Preferred experience in hydraulic systems
• Proven experience in manufacturing technology, or a related field
• Excellent written communication ability
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Why you should choose ZF in North Mankato, MN:

• Opportunity for career growth and advancement as part of the global ZF company
• A diverse culture
• 13 paid holidays per year, vacation, sick time
• Annual bonus potential
• 401k plan with match
• Insurance benefits
• Supportive employee groups and activities

About North Mankato:

ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. is in North Mankato, nestled in south-central Minnesota.  This location offers access to “bigger city” services and amenities in the core cities of Mankato and North Mankato, surrounded by several smaller towns and rural areas, with Minneapolis/St. Paul just a short drive to the north.  There is a unique combination of economic vitality, talent, livability, and resources found only in Greater Mankato.  The region continues to receive national recognition in areas of livability, economy, and leisure.
   
Opportunities for a wide range of activities await outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and in all seasons.  Mankato is a thriving arts community with quality theater, music, dance, and visual arts programs.  This area offers a wide variety of sporting and recreational opportunities with multi-sport and easily accessible venues and facilities as well.