Manufacturing Engineer - Entry Level
The Manufacturing Engineer at Confidential Client supports diesel engine production by providing technical assistance, maintaining manufacturing documentation, and coordinating assembly and testing activities. This entry-level role involves interfacing with engineering and manufacturing teams to drive improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety, while managing multiple projects and change requests to ensure proper engine assembly and manufacturing processes.
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Role Summary
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Engineer to support diesel engine production at their Kansas City, MO facility. This role provides hands-on technical support for assembly, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives across locomotive and non‑locomotive heavy equipment builds.
Estimated compensation: $63,948 per year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the site point of contact for assembly and testing of medium‑speed diesel engines and related components.
- Act as the interface between responsible engineers, manufacturing, and product definition teams.
- Coordinate testing and disposition of component changes; capture and track manufacturing‑requested changes during builds.
- Update manufacturing documentation (drawings and manufacturing instructions) and lead issuance of change requests to product definition.
- Support non‑locomotive system builds, including marine and stationary power applications, as needed.
- Lead and coordinate manufacturing initiatives focused on cost savings, productivity, quality, and reliability.
- Work daily with shop floor teams and assemblers to drive efficiency and safety improvements.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in engineering (or equivalent technical experience).
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and communicate effectively across teams.
- Experience with 3D modeling tools such as NX or SolidWorks.
- Knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T tolerancing, and stack‑up analysis.
- Practical knowledge of gas or diesel engines is a plus.
- Motivated, practical problem‑solver with strong interpersonal skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance; STD, LTD, and life insurance.
- Retirement plan with generous company match.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
- Opportunities for career growth and technical development within a stable, supportive environment.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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