Manufacturing Engineer

Vertiv Group

Austin, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Business Strategy, C++ Standard Template Library (STL), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Debugging Skills, Exceeded Sales Goal, Genetics, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Products, Occupational Health, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Process Improvement, Process Management, Product Development, Product Safety, Product Support, Product Testing, Product/Service Launch, Production Support, Production Systems, Productivity Management, Quality Management, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Sustainability, System Architecture, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Austin, TX

POSTED

1 day ago

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Vertiv - STL Austin, Texas is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This role is responsible for executing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes at the STL facility, including developing efficient workflows, ensuring safety, and improving product quality. The Manufacturing Engineer will support production ramp and ongoing operations while ensuring alignment with global AME-defined manufacturing systems. This role serves as the on-site owner of manufacturing process execution and performance at STL.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Process Improvement and workflow optimization:
- Identify, plan, and implement process improvements to enhance quality, reduce cost, increase productivity, improve safety, and optimize cycle time
- Monitor manufacturing performance metrics (yield, cycle time, uptime, scrap) and drive actions to meet or exceed defined performance targets
- Apply Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies to eliminate waste and improve operational efficiency
- Support development and execution of process improvement strategies within the Operations organization
- Provide hands-on support to production teams to troubleshoot issues and implement sustainable solutions on the shop floor
- Ensure all process changes and improvements align with global manufacturing standards and system architecture
- Partner closely with operators and production leadership to ensure processes are practical, sustainable, and consistently executed
- Contribute to automation and tooling improvements where applicable
- Support ISO Quality System requirements, Quality Policy, and broader continuous improvement initiatives
Global AME Alignment:
- Execute manufacturing processes in accordance with global AME standards
- Provide feedback to Global AME on process performance, gaps, and improvement opportunities
- Support implementation of standardized processes, tools, and technologies
Work Instructions:
- Develop, document, and continuously improve detailed work instructions and standard work
- Ensure operators are trained and aligned to defined processes
Design for Manufacturability and Process Risk Management:
- Conduct Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to identify and mitigate potential risks in manufacturing processes.
- Partner with design engineering and product teams to support manufacturability and process improvements
Project & Implementation Support:
- Support execution of manufacturing-related projects at the site level
- Coordinate implementation of new processes, tooling, and equipment
- Ensure timely completion of assigned deliverables within project timelines
Fixture Design and Fabrication:
- Collaborate with the Engineering Department to design, validate, and support fabrication of fixtures to support product development, testing, and production.
Production Support:
- Support early-stage manufacturing ramp, including process stabilization, debugging, and iteration
- Operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving production environment with changing requirements
- Assist with troubleshooting equipment and machine issues as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and stabilize manufacturing processes in a production environment
Strong understanding of manufacturing performance drivers, cost control, and process optimization
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment with minimal direction
Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.

Education/Experience

BS degree in a technical field required, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering preferred. Experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment required
Experience supporting production ramp, new product introduction (NPI), or early-stage manufacturing environments required
Experience supporting equipment, fixtures, or manufacturing tooling in a production environment preferred
Lean Certification preferred.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
Light manufacturing

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

None

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

Customer Focus
Operational Excellence
High-Performance Culture
Innovation
Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

Own It
Act With Urgency
Foster a Customer-First Mindset
Think Big and Execute
Lead by Example
Drive Continuous Improvement
Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

About the Team

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

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Vertiv Group

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