Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Lafayette, Indiana, United States


Apply Apply with LinkedIn Back to Results

Type: Permanent

Category: Engineering

Industry: Manufacturing & Dist / Electrical & Electronic Components

Company: Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

Reference ID: VGwei9

Date Posted: 09/02/2026

Shortcut: http://jobs.mrinetwork.com/ouXkog


Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Indiana

 

Our growing manufacturing client, located in north-central Indiana, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to play a key role in the design, planning, and startup of a brand-new manufacturing facility. This role will lead the planning of manufacturing processes, selection of production equipment, facility layout, and material flow for production of large, heavy fabricated steel components.

 

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement the manufacturing strategy for a new production facility.
  • Design efficient manufacturing workflows and optimize material flow throughout the plant.
  • Plan production areas to maximize safety, productivity, quality, and throughput.
  • Lead the evaluation, specification, and procurement of manufacturing equipment, including:
  • CNC laser, plasma, and punch press cutting systems
  • CNC press brakes and panel bending equipment
  • Robotic and manual welding systems
  • Automated and manual powder coating systems
  • Automated and manual wet paint systems
  • Material handling equipment, cranes, conveyors, carts, and other production support systems
  • Work closely with equipment suppliers to evaluate technologies, develop specifications, and oversee installation and commissioning.
  • Develop manufacturing processes and work instructions for fabricated steel assemblies.
  • Recommend automation opportunities that improve safety, quality, and productivity.
  • Analyze production capacity and develop plant layouts that support future growth.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure successful facility startup.
  • Support equipment acceptance testing, process validation, and production ramp up.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.

 

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in heavy fabrication, structural steel, power generation, industrial equipment, or similar industries.
  • Demonstrated experience planning or commissioning new manufacturing facilities or major facility expansions.
  • Strong knowledge of fabrication processes including cutting, forming, welding, painting, and finishing.
  • Experience specifying and purchasing capital equipment.
  • Strong understanding of plant layout, material flow, and manufacturing logistics.
  • Experience designing efficient workflows for large, heavy components.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Excellent project management and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with equipment vendors, contractors, and cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Experience with robotic welding and automated manufacturing systems.
  • Familiarity with overhead crane systems and heavy material handling.
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
  • Experience using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or other factory layout software.
  • PMP certification or project management experience is a plus.

  

For more information, please submit a confidential resume to melva@mriz.net

 

Melva Lowry

1531 W. Oak Street

Zionsville, IN 46077

 

Visit our website at www.mriz.net

 

Due to the high volume of resumes received, only applicants with SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE requested by our clients will be contacted.  All replies are held in strict confidence.  MRI Zionsville WILL NOT share your personally identifiable information WITHOUT your permission.

 

  • Dispatch Manager

    Woodburn, Indiana, United States
    Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

    Our long standing, building product manufacturing client in the Fort Wayne, IN area is seeking a Dispatch Manager to oversee transportation and yard operations by coordinating drivers, dispatch schedules, equipment movement, and yard staff to ensure ef...

    Date Posted: 10/07/2026 Recommended

  • Senior Systems Designer

    Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

    Senior Systems Designer Location: Indianapolis, IN Position: Full-Time We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Designer to join a well-established, growing engineering design consulting firm in the Indianapolis area. Known for its collaborative ap...

    Date Posted: 10/20/2026 Recommended

  • Product Design Engineer

    St. Louis, Missouri, United States
    The Neeljym Search Group

    SolidWorks Designer in Custom Metal Fabrication What if your next SolidWorks position gave you more than a steady stream of drawings to produce? We're representing an 80-year-old St. Louis manufacturing company whose custom metal fabrication work can b...

    Date Posted: 10/13/2026 Recommended

  • Senior Chemical Process Engineer (FILLED)

    Oklahoma, United States
    Balanced Workforce Group

    We are looking for a Senior Chemical Engineer to join a state-of-the-art EV/Hybrid battery recycler. This position will be responsible for the development and implementation of new processes and products as multiple lithium-ion battery recycling facili...

    Date Posted: 08/17/2023 Recommended

  • Structural Design Engineer

    Dallas, Texas, United States
    Siter-Neubauer & Associates

    Structural Design Engineer Dallas, TX Structural Design Engineer who will apply their structural engineering expertise alongside a strong understanding of outdoor functionality, aesthetics, and design to develop safe, durable, and sustainable shade sol...

    Date Posted: 05/26/2026 Recommended

  • Software Engineer (Platform)

    Columbus, Ohio, United States
    Centricity Search Group

    Software Engineer Confidential Medical Robotics Company | Central Ohio | In-person A medical robotics company is building the foundational software platform behind a next-generation robotic system. This platform supports the company’s robotics, control...

    Date Posted: 09/08/2026 Recommended

  • Senior Software Engineer (Platform)

    Columbus, Ohio, United States
    Centricity Search Group

    Senior Software Engineer (Platform) Confidential Medical Robotics Company | Central Ohio | In-person A fast moving medical robotics company is building a new software foundation for a commercial, safety-critical robotic product. The Senior Platform Sof...

    Date Posted: 09/08/2026 Recommended

  • Senior Motion Planning Engineer — Autonomous Vehicles

    San Francisco, California, United States
    Centricity Search Group

    Senior Motion Planning Engineer — Autonomous Vehicles Motion Planning & Fleet Coordination Location: San Francisco, CA — on-site, five days per week Compensation: $176,000–$240,000 base + competitive equity + annual bonus Visa Support: Transfers and ne...

    Date Posted: 09/30/2026 Recommended

  • Lighting Designer

    Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

    Lighting Designer Location: Indianapolis, IN Position: Full-Time We are seeking an experienced Lighting Designer to join a well-established, growing engineering design consulting firm in the Indianapolis area. Known for its collaborative approach, crea...

    Date Posted: 10/14/2026 Recommended

  • Perception Engineer

    San Francisco, California, United States
    Centricity Search Group

    Perception Engineer Production Computer Vision · NVIDIA Edge Systems San Francisco, CA | 4 days onsite, 1 day remote $220,000–$270,000 base + competitive equity | Full-time | Relocation available Build perception systems that bring advances in autonomo...

    Date Posted: 09/30/2026 Recommended

  • Electrical Project Engineer - Remote

    Lafayette, Indiana, United States
    Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

    Senior Electrical Engineer Healthcare • Higher Education • Federal • Institutional Projects Looking for more than your next project? Maybe you're looking for a firm where your ideas are heard. Where leadership is accessible. Where collaboration isn't j...

    Date Posted: 10/12/2026 Recommended

  • Robot Systems Engineer – Robotics Software & Integration

    San Francisco, California, United States
    Centricity Search Group

    Robot Systems Engineer Member of Technical Staff — Robot Systems Location: San Francisco, CA — on-site, six days per week Employment: Full-time Compensation: $200,000–$350,000 base salary + competitive equity Visa Support: Open to OPT, H-1B transfers, ...

    Date Posted: 09/30/2026 Recommended

  • Staff Software Engineer (Platform)

    Columbus, Ohio, United States
    Centricity Search Group

    Staff Software Engineer (Platform) Confidential Medical Robotics Company | Central Ohio | In-person A fast moving medical robotics company is seeking a Staff Platform Software Engineer to own the architecture and technical roadmap of the software found...

    Date Posted: 09/08/2026 Recommended

  • Senior Process Controls Engineer – Aiken, SC area

    Aiken, South Carolina, United States
    Management Recruiters of Lowcountry

    MR Lowcountry, LLC. Nebo, NC 28761 Telephone: 843-628-5021 tom@mrlowcountry.com Senior Process Controls Engineer – Aiken, SC area Position Summary The company’s headquartered is in Massachusetts. They produce plant-based ingredients in their manufactur...

    Date Posted: 09/24/2026 Recommended

  • Mechanical Engineer

    Dallas, Texas, United States
    Siter-Neubauer & Associates

    Mechanical Engineer Dallas, TX Company summary: Founded in 1979, this Dallas-based architecture and engineering firm has decades of experience delivering integrated design and technical services across a wide range of project types. The firm’s work spa...

    Date Posted: 03/18/2026 Recommended

  • Structural Engineer

    Dallas, Texas, United States
    Siter-Neubauer & Associates

    Structural Engineer Dallas, TX Calling all Structural Engineers! About the Company Join a highly respected, multidisciplinary engineering and design firm headquartered in Dallas with decades of experience shaping communities across Texas and beyond. Th...

    Date Posted: 05/06/2026 Recommended

  • Automation Engineer

    Clearwater, FL, US
    Shurig Solutions, Inc.

    Our partner is at the forefront of energy innovation—designing and building high-performance lithium battery systems that power everything from marine to specialty vehicles. We’re looking for a hands-on, solutions-driven Automation Engineer to play a c...

    Date Posted: 05/29/2026 Recommended

  • Licensed Professional Engineer

    Arkansas, United States
    Siter-Neubauer & Associates

    Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) Civil Engineering (Residential Land Development) Fully Remote About the company: Founded in 1979, this leading, multidisciplinary A/E firm’s staff offer extensive experience in projects of diverse typologies—deliveri...

    Date Posted: 04/10/2026 Recommended

  • Senior Electrical Engineer

    Dallas, Texas, United States
    Siter-Neubauer & Associates

    Senior Electrical Engineer Dallas, TX Calling all Senior Electrical Engineers! I’m reaching out with a critical opportunity in Dallas, TX — a Senior Electrical Engineer/Designer role with a highly respected multidisciplinary architecture & engineering ...

    Date Posted: 01/19/2026 Recommended

  • Senior Mechanical Designer

    Aiken, South Carolina, United States
    Management Recruiters of Lowcountry

    MR Lowcountry, LLC. Nebo, NC 28761 Telephone: 843-628-5021 tom@mrlowcountry.com Senior Mechanical Designer Aiken, SC area - Full Time-On-Site Position Summary The company’s headquartered is in Massachusetts. They produce plant-based ingredients in thei...

    Date Posted: 09/24/2026 Recommended

  • Hybrid Electrical Engineer/ Application Engineer

    Greater Pittsburgh Region, PA, 15276, United States
    Mendenhall and Associates

    We are partnering with a Pittsburgh headquarters-based, Power Systems firm that is looking for a Hybrid Electrical Engineer/ Application Engineer in their High Voltage Circuit Breakers group. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree Electrical Engineering. 2-1...

    Date Posted: 09/29/2026 Recommended

  • Accounts Payable Clerk

    Carmel, Indiana, United States
    Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

    Accounts Payable Clerk Position Overview Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join their accounting and administrative team. This position will support day-to-day accounting operations through invoice process...

    Date Posted: 09/04/2026 Recommended

  • Production Manager

    Rodchester, Massachusetts, United States
    Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

    Production Manager – Precast Concrete Location: Rochester, Massachusetts Position Type: Full-Time Position Overview A leading precast concrete manufacturer is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee day-to-day production operations at its ...

    Date Posted: 09/16/2026 Recommended

  • Senior Process Controls Engineer

    Aiken, South Carolina, United States
    Management Recruiters of Lowcountry

    MR Lowcountry, LLC. Nebo, NC 28761 Telephone: 843-628-5021 tom@mrlowcountry.com Senior Process Controls Engineer – Aiken, SC area – Full Time onsite Position Summary The company’s headquartered is in Massachusetts. They produce plant-based ingredients ...

    Date Posted: 09/24/2026 Recommended

  • Cost Accountant (FILLED)

    Elkhart, Indiana, United States
    Balanced Workforce Group

    The Cost Accountant will be the main processor / administrator of all cost, sell price using standard costing methods within ERP, JD Edwards. This position will also be a key member of the finance team on inventory analysis, transaction mapping and wor...

    Date Posted: 11/24/2021 Recommended

  • Maintenance Technician III - Owosso, MI

    Lafayette, Indiana, United States
    Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

    My client, a national manufacturer, has 2 Maintenance Technician III positions to fill. One is on 2nd shift (3pm - 11:30pm) and one is on 3rd shift (11pm - 7:30am) supporting plant equipment at one of their plants in Owosso, MI. In this role, you will ...

    Date Posted: 09/22/2026 Recommended

  • Production Supervisor

    Greater Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
    Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

    Production Supervisor – 2nd Shift Location: Greater Cincinnati/Dayton, Ohio area About the Company A national footprint manufacturer serving customers in the food and beverage industry is seeking talent due to an internal promotion. The company has a s...

    Date Posted: 10/14/2026 Recommended

  • 2483m - Director, Electric Utilities - Data Centers

    United States
    Management Recruiters of Bonita Springs

    The Director, Electric Utilities will report to the Vice President, Electric Utilities as part of a strategic Energy team that is responsible for developing and executing on short and long-term strategies to help the corporate Development team integrat...

    Date Posted: 10/25/2026 Recommended

  • Systems Design Engineer

    Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States
    The Neeljym Search Group

    Systems Design Engineer | Future Operations Manager Track A rare opportunity to join a successful, family-owned industrial automation and fluid power company where technical talent can grow into executive-level operational leadership. The company is se...

    Date Posted: 09/14/2026 Recommended

  • Controls Engineer

    Saint Louis, MO, 63143
    Management Recruiters of Tallahassee

    Controls Design Engineer Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Controls Design Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will design electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control systems, utilizing Beckhoff computers to manage servo motor...

    Date Posted: 08/14/2026 Recommended