Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Company Summary We are a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators with platforms in HVAC and Detection & Measurement. We build innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, and sustainable world. Job Summary As a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer , you will play a key role in defining, developing, and deploying manufacturing processes and capital equipment across multiple facilities. You will lead advanced manufacturing initiatives from concept through implementation. You will partner closely with operations, engineering, sourcing, quality, and suppliers to improve safety, quality, cost, and overall manufacturing performance across the HVAC segment. This role blends project planning, capital equipment selection, plant layout, implementation support, and project management on a growing team. Responsibilities Manufacturing process development and standardization : Define and develop robust manufacturing processes for new products, technologies, and improvements. Lead process capability efforts, including PFMEA, control plans, standard work, and capacity modeling. Establish and deploy standardized methods, tooling, and best practices across sites. Capital equipment scoping and implementation : Lead technical scoping, justification, selection, and implementation of new equipment, automation, and tooling. Manage projects from concept through installation, commissioning, and production handoff. Coordinate with OEMs, integrators, internal teams, and trades. Cross-site collaboration and continuous improvement : Identify opportunities for process improvements, capacity expansion, and technology deployment across plants. Drive lean/continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, scrap reduction, and OEE. Provide technical leadership and support root cause analysis. Documentation, communication, and change management : Develop and maintain process flows, equipment specifications, layouts, and validation plans. Ensure proper change management. Communicate effectively with leadership and stakeholders. Support training and knowledge transfer. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 5–8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment. Strong capital project experience, including justifying investments with ROI/business cases and presenting recommendations to leadership. Hands‑on experience implementing process changes on the factory floor and working directly with operators. Proven cross‑functional collaboration with operations, quality, sourcing, maintenance, and external suppliers/vendors. Experience in manufacturing environments involving metals, fabricated components, or complex assemblies. Executive presence and strong communication skills for presenting to leadership. Willingness and ability to travel 25–40% (typically 1–2 weeks per month) across the US and Canada, with occasional international travel. Preferred Requirements Sheet metal fabrication experience. Lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement tools, and structured problem‑solving (Green Belt/Black Belt a plus). Experience with automation, robotics, or advanced manufacturing technologies. Familiarity with ERP systems, 2D/3D CAD, and manufacturing layouts. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. Advanced degree or Lean Six Sigma certification. Compensation/Benefits Base salary range: $102,000 – $156,000 10% annual bonus Company travel card for business expenses Strong work‑life balance emphasized across facilities. No formal relocation package, though a $5K sign‑on bonus has been used in some cases. No company car or car allowance. Location Kansas City area – hybrid model. When not traveling, Mondays and Fridays are remote days. Travel required to support plants in the US, and limited travel to Canada (Montreal, Toronto) This role offers high visibility, broad scope, and the opportunity to help shape manufacturing standards in a growing business with heavy investment in technology and new equipment. Personality and culture fit are important for team and leadership alignment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gilder Search Group