Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for analyzing products and product families, as well as identifying, planning, and executing cost savings, quality, productivity, and/or safety improvement projects.  The position is not remote and will be required to report daily to the Corporate Headquarters in Chesterton, Indiana.  

Primary job duties include: 

• Designing manufacturing routings for parts and machines, with a focus on part quality and preservation of design intent

• Troubleshooting production problems and assisting management in developing permanent solutions

• Creating cost estimates

• Improving current manufacturing processes

• Assisting in capital improvement expenditures

Urschel employee-owners design and manufacture industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries around the world from our global headquarters located in Chesterton, Indiana, U.S.A. Consumers purchase goods manufactured on Urschel cutting equipment on a daily basis. 

Company Benefits, Rewards and Perks:

• Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually

• 2 Weeks' Vacation Available Upon Hire

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available on 1st Day of Employment

• Low Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Premiums and Deductibles

• Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents) 

• 401(k) with Employer Matching

• Free Life Insurance

• Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers 

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent organizational skills, and a high degree of proficiency with machining, fabrication, and metal casting. The qualified candidate will possess, at a minimum, an associate's degree in engineering or technology and/or five years of Urschel manufacturing experience. Experience with manufacturing systems engineering, continuous improvement, and lean techniques is highly desired.

If you are seeking an outstanding career opportunity, visit the Urschel careers link directly at or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.

Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, September 30, 2026. 

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Date Posted: 9/16/26