Manufacturing Engineer
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. · Scottsville, KY
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (industrial) in Scottsville, KY. Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, processes, and equipment.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Kaizen, Root cause, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Tooling, SolidWorks
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Kentucky: typical posted base $88k–$150k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 24 manufacturing engineer openings in Kentucky, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 23 other live manufacturing postings in Kentucky.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (5+ vs 10+)
Typical $88k–$150k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 83%
- Lean 38%
- Six Sigma 38%
- ✓ Root cause 33%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 33%
- Automation 29%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary / Purpose
The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for developing and supporting manufacturing processes, equipment, and production parameters to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production operations. This position provides technical support to production and maintenance departments, leads continuous improvement activities, and assists with the development and implementation of equipment and tooling for new and existing business.
Essential Functions
- ◆Develop mass production engineering parameters for new business, including production and quality requirements.
- ◆Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, processes, and equipment.
- ◆Provide ongoing technical support to production and maintenance teams to ensure effective use of production equipment and tooling.
- ◆Develop and implement countermeasures for customer claims, IPDs, downtime, and production-related issues.
- ◆Investigate root causes of manufacturing problems and implement corrective actions.
- ◆Coordinate and support Kaizen and continuous improvement activities.
- ◆Work with management, manufacturing personnel, corporate officials, and other departments regarding machine capabilities, production schedules, and cost considerations to support operational goals.
- ◆Develop and implement equipment and tooling necessary to produce and assemble precise molded parts while ensuring product quality.
- ◆Assist with equipment installation, process validation, and production start-up activities.
- ◆Negotiate with vendors regarding equipment specifications, materials, and parts purchases.
- ◆Maintain accurate engineering documentation, reports, and records.
- ◆Support safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction initiatives.
- ◆Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
- ✓0–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- ✓Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
Requirements
- ✓Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time in a manufacturing environment.
- ✓Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- ✓Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and climb as needed.
- ✓Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, varying temperatures, and industrial noise levels.
- ✓Visual ability sufficient to review engineering drawings, machine operations, and quality standards.
Travel
Requirements
- ✓Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Work Environment
This position operates in both office and manufacturing environments. The employee will routinely use standard office equipment and may also work around manufacturing equipment and machinery.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.
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Manufacturing Engineer
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- •Knowledge of manufacturing processes and basic machine design.
- •Proficiency in SolidWorks with the ability to demonstrate capabilities.
- •Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- •Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- •Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- •Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- •Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- •Understanding of continuous improvement principles and Kaizen activities preferred.
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