Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Engineer

Job OverviewWe are seeking an innovative, hands-on engineer to help Marvin think differently about the future of manufacturing. In this role, you will identify, evaluate, and advance emerging technologies that improve safety, quality, and productivity across our operations. From early-stage exploration through pilot execution, you will validate ideas, assess impact, and translate new concepts into practical manufacturing solutions that support our long-term advanced manufacturing strategy.Highlights of your roleIdentify and evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies, including automation, robotics, vision systems, AI-enabled tools, and advanced process concepts.Lead pilot projects and proof-of-concept efforts in production environments to validate feasibility, value, and operational fit.Develop structured validation plans, test methods, and success criteria to measure impact across safety, quality, throughput, cost, and ergonomics.Partner with operations, engineering, maintenance, IT, and external suppliers to ensure solutions are scalable, supportable, and aligned to business needs.Translate concepts into clear recommendations, ROI-informed business cases, and deployment-ready opportunities.Create technical documentation, validation reports, and updates to support prioritization and decision-making.Contribute to Marvin’s advanced manufacturing roadmap by identifying opportunities that build scalable capability.You're a good fit if you have (or if you can)Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience.Experience in manufacturing engineering, automation, controls, or a closely related technical discipline.Experience working with production systems, machine integration, PLCs, robotics, or similar manufacturing technologies.Demonstrated ability to prototype, test, validate, and refine new concepts in a hands-on manufacturing environment.Experience leading pilot programs, proof-of-concept initiatives, or process improvement efforts within a manufacturing setting.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.Ability to work effectively in ambiguous or evolving environments and translate ideas into practical, scalable solutions.Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner across technical, operational, and cross-functional teams.Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and applying safe practices throughout innovation, testing, and implementation activities.Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for identifying opportunities to enhance manufacturing processes, technologies, and operational performance.Also want to make sure you haveKnowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies, including machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), simulation tools, or digital twin applications.Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities or implementing solutions across multiple locations.Knowledge of Industry 4.0 principles and emerging manufacturing technologies.Experience scaling successful pilots or proof-of-concept initiatives into broader operational deployment.We invite you to See Yourself at MarvinFrom people to products, Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family-owned and -led window and door company, you belong to a community full of opportunities.For more than a century, we’ve been at the forefront of designing, building, and engineering premium, award-winning products. Today, Marvin is also proud to have been named a Top Large Employer by Forbes Magazine two years in a row, in 2024 and 2025. With operations in 19 cities across North America, we manufacture Marvin’s quality products, including Infinity Replacement Windows and Doors, and TruStile Doors. Together, we uphold our values and foster a culture where safety and the wellbeing of our people comes first. We take a better living approach with benefits to support you at work and beyond. From day one, you will enjoy health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more!Some of our unique and most popular benefits include:$300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthyBetter Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)Annual profit sharing – recognizing everyone’s contribution to Marvin’s successGiving at Marvin – participate in organized volunteer opportunitiesBrighter Days Fund – financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardshipsJoin the more than 8,000 Marvin team members to experience these benefits and more. Apply today!#LI-CM1Marvin is an Equal Opportunity EmployerMarvin is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io SummaryDepartment: EngineeringPosition Type: Regular