Manufacturing Engineer III (Must reside in or near the Indianapolis, IN area)

Position Overviewdormakaba is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III based in Indianapolis, IN. The Manufacturing Engineer III is responsible for independently leading and executing complex engineering projects, driving improvements in manufacturing processes, equipment performance, and product quality while serving as a technical resource and mentor within the operations team. Primarily focused in the Assembly department.HIRING SALARY RANGE: Base Salary $100,000 - $130,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.What you will doIndependently analyze, design, and refine complex manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, improve product quality, and reduce cost; challenge includes balancing long-term improvements with short-term production needsLead cross-functional projects related to automation, process development, or capacity expansion; challenge includes managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder alignment without formal authorityServe as a senior technical expert to resolve difficult or recurring production issues and guide operators and junior engineers; challenge includes troubleshooting under time pressure and limited dataDrive and mentor lean initiatives including kaizen events, value stream improvements, and Six Sigma projects; challenge includes influencing culture change and sustaining improvementsWhat we require5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering rolesBachelor's degree in mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related technical disciplineDemonstrated success in leading complex projects, implementing process improvements, and providing technical guidanceStrong background in troubleshooting, lean manufacturing, automation, and cross-functional collaborationWhat we preferLean Six Sigma Green Belt certification; Black Belt or equivalent advanced trainingFamiliarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP 4 Hana), CAD software, and SPC tools is stronglyStrong troubleshooting skills and toolsWhat we offerTaking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-beingVacation and Personal Time OffWe support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day OneSupporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement ProgramRobust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.Employee Assistance ProgramsVoluntary Legal InsuranceUnlimited Referral Reward BonusesCorporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!Who we areWe are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management – as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.Work in a place where you matter – apply now!#LI-LH1#LI-Onsite