We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer – Senior to join our team specializing in manufacturing for our Cummins’ business in Columbus, IN .

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Lead end-to-end manufacturing process development for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and business objectives.

Apply advanced manufacturing principles to optimize equipment performance and drive efficient, scalable production processes.

Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Cummins standards and tools to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality.

Establish and standardize manufacturing methods and best practices to ensure consistency and operational excellence.

Influence and collaborate with key stakeholders, including business leaders and external partners, to drive alignment and successful project outcomes.

Coordinate cross-functional and external resources to execute project deliverables on time and within scope.

Serve as a technical leader by sharing expertise, coaching stakeholders, and strengthening overall team capability.

Build and maintain strong relationships across the organization to support collaboration, knowledge sharing, and sustained process improvements.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

Build strong collaboration and communication skills to effectively partner with cross-functional teams and ensure alignment on manufacturing goals and priorities.

Champion health, safety, and ergonomic best practices while designing efficient workstations and processes that protect employees and improve productivity.

Apply manufacturing knowledge, drawing interpretation, and analysis-led design to develop optimized processes, equipment selection, and tooling solutions.

Drive continuous improvement through structured problem solving, standardized process documentation, and data-driven decision-making to enhance quality and reduce cost.

Education/Experience:

College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.

Additional Details:

• 3-5 years in manufacturing engineering, or relevant field, with demonstrated success in process improvement, capital project involvement, and leading engineering initiatives.

• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and GD&T

• VPI - Support launch activity

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with equipment procurement

• Experience with managing Capex projects

• Familiarity with Fanuc HandlingTool or ArcTool

• Proficiency in SolidWorks

• Core Responsibilities

• Support VPI launch activities

• Lead improvement projects impacting safety, quality, and throughout

Compensation

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Min Salary $100000

Max Salary $150000

ReqID 2430507

Relocation Package Yes

100% On-Site No

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