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Position overview

Confidential Client seeks an Associate Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing process design, validation, and continuous improvement at a manufacturing facility in Indianapolis, IN. This early-career role focuses on process development, tooling/equipment testing, quality assurance, and production launch support. Physical presence on site is required.

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Responsibilities

The associate manufacturing engineer will:

• Assist in developing and improving manufacturing systems focused on quality and throughput.
• Support design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes and tooling.
• Research, design, modify, and test manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Apply knowledge of fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials to assure product quality.
• Design testing methods and validate process capabilities; establish standards and confirm processes.
• Analyze process elements and equipment deficiencies to recommend improvements.
• Provide technical support to plant operations and participate in production launches.
• Occasionally instruct or train small groups of employees.
• Implement and actively support plant and corporate safety and housekeeping standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of tooling, manufacturing processes, and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with part processing using grinding, turning, or machining center equipment.
• Project support experience (machine procurement, cost analysis, process validation).
• Direct manufacturing experience with rotating/reciprocating components, gears, and/or prismatic parts.
• Entry-level: less than 1 year of experience acceptable.
• Ability to work on site (physical presence required).

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Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Unigraphics (NX) or other CAD tools.
• Experience in gear/spline manufacturing, gear geometry, or analytical gear evaluation.
• CNC programming knowledge and familiarity with machine control systems.

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Benefits

Confidential Client offers a competitive benefits package that may include:

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage and employer HSA contribution
• Dental & vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short- & long-term disability and other voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection, pet insurance)
• 401(k) with company match & contribution
• Accrued paid time off, paid holidays + floating holiday
• Employee wellness program and tuition assistance

Benefit eligibility and availability are subject to the terms and conditions of the employer.

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Workplace & compliance

This position requires on-site work in Indianapolis, IN. Confidential Client is committed to a safe workplace and expects employees to follow safety policies and reporting procedures. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be available through the employer or Careertakes during the application process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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