Manufacturing Engineer

Bosch Group · Florence, KY, United States

  • Junior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-09-15
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

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Job Description
Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization (including those under CPT/OPT) is not available.
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for owning the performance of assigned manufacturing lines by driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. This position works cross-functionally with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Controls, and Technical Functions to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, implement sustainable improvements, and ensure reliable production performance.
The successful candidate is a self-driven engineer who demonstrates strong ownership, prioritizes work based on business impact, communicates proactively, and uses data to make decisions and solve problems.
Success in this role requires a high level of initiative, ownership, and the ability to independently prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Job duties:

• Own the daily performance of assigned manufacturing lines, including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, First Pass Yield (FPY), OEE, downtime, and scrap.

• Identify, analyze, and implement improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, cost, and equipment reliability.

• Lead structured problem-solving activities using data-driven methodologies (PDCA, 5 Why, Fishbone, RedX, Six Sigma, etc.) to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions.

• Analyze production data to identify trends, prioritize work, and drive continuous improvement initiatives based on business impact.

• Demonstrate ownership by driving issues from identification through implementation and verification of effectiveness.

• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives within assigned production areas.

• Develop and maintain APQP documentation including PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and related quality documentation.

• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including Standard Work Instructions (SWIs), Setup Instructions, and process specifications.

• Lead and/or support the specification, design, validation, implementation, and launch of new manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Lead and/or participate in Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and process improvement activities.

• Support troubleshooting of automated manufacturing equipment by partnering with Production, Maintenance, Controls, Quality, and Technical Functions.

• Develop engineering standards, best practices, and procedures that improve process capability, consistency, and equipment reliability.

• Support internal and external audits while ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, customer requirements, and Bosch standards.

• Conduct regular Layered Process Audits (LPA), Workstation Audits, 5S Audits, Operator Audits, and Process Audits.

• Communicate project status, technical issues, action plans, risks, and support needs to leadership and cross-functional teams.

• Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor to support operators, verify process performance, and ensure improvements are effective.
Core Expectations
A successful Manufacturing Engineer will:

• Take ownership of assigned production lines and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.

• Prioritize work based on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and overall business impact.

• Use production data to make decisions and validate solutions rather than relying on assumptions.

• Follow through on commitments and drive action items to completion.

• Escalate roadblocks early and communicate progress, risks, and support needs proactively.

• Build strong working relationships with Production, Maintenance, Controls, Quality, and other support groups.

• Demonstrate initiative by identifying and solving problems with minimal direction.

• Balance multiple priorities while consistently meeting commitments and deadlines.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of three (3) years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment or equivalent relevant industry experience.

• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment, machining, assembly, or heat treating processes preferred.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve complex manufacturing problems using data.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, RedX, PDCA, or other structured problem-solving methodologies.

• Working knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and IATF 16949 requirements.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, manage multiple initiatives, and drive projects to completion.

• Self-motivated

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