Manufacturing Engineer - Senior
Cummins · Columbus, IN
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A senior manufacturing role at Cummins (industrial) in Columbus, IN. Utilize 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks to design, model, and optimize manufacturing processes and equipment.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, GD&T, Robotics, Automation, Tooling
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Indiana: typical posted base $98k–$135k.
Median of the low and high ends of 12 live postings that list pay, out of 63 manufacturing engineer openings in Indiana, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Indiana plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 62 other live manufacturing postings in Indiana.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $97k–$135k, from 11 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 51%
- ✓ Tooling 41%
- ✓ New product launch 40%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 38%
- Team leadership 35%
- Root cause 30%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Cummins
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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This plant: Cummins in Columbus
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Full description from CumminsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways
- ◆Lead end-to-end manufacturing projects, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and business objectives
- ◆Drive process optimization initiatives that increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency
- ◆Implement advanced manufacturing solutions through data-driven analysis, simulation tools, and continuous improvement methodologies
- ◆Influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver on capital projects and process enhancements
- ◆Develop standardized manufacturing procedures that ensure consistency, reliability, and operational excellence
- ◆Integrate product design and engineering drawings to create efficient, scalable production processes
- ◆Champion workplace safety and ergonomic design practices to build a proactive, injury-free culture
- ◆Mentor team members and stakeholders in problem-solving techniques and continuous improvement practices
To be successful in this role, you will need the following
- ◆Strong expertise in manufacturing engineering principles, with the ability to lead process improvements and engineering initiatives
- ◆Proven capability to apply lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and GD&T to solve complex operational challenges
- ◆Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across diverse teams, influencing decisions and driving alignment
- ◆Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills using structured, data-driven approaches
- ◆Experience balancing safety, quality, delivery, and cost considerations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Education, Licenses, Certifications
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.
Additional
Requirements
Ability to support business needs across varying shifts as applicable
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
- ◆This role is designated as 100% onsite and may require up to 10% travel.
qualifications
and experience, where appropriate.
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We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer – Senior to join our team specializing in manufacturing for our Cummins’ business in Columbus, IN.
& Preferred Key Competencies
- +Utilize 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks to design, model, and optimize manufacturing processes and equipment
- +Apply experience with capital equipment procurement and CapEx project management to support strategic investments
- +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
- +Leverage digital manufacturing tools and simulation technologies to validate process designs prior to implementation
- +Contribute to VPI (Value Package Introduction) launch activities, ensuring seamless integration into production
- +Lead safety, quality, and throughput improvement projects with measurable, sustainable results
- +Collaborate with internal and external partners to execute project deliverables and strengthen stakeholder relationships
- +Demonstrate adaptability, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset in leading change initiatives
- +Apply experience with automation technologies, including familiarity with Fanuc HandlingTool or ArcTool, to enhance production capabilities
- +Support workstation, tooling, and fixture design to ensure efficiency, repeatability, and ergonomic excellence
- +Shift