Manufacturing Engineer (Mechanical / Tooling Focus)
Hansen Corporation · Princeton, IN
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 29 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Hansen Corporation (industrial) in Princeton, IN. Design, evaluate, and implement assembly fixtures, holding jigs, and specialized plant floor tooling using 3D CAD to improve repeatability and reduce operator fatigue.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, ISO 9001, Automation, Plant layout, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Reliability Engineer roles in Indiana: typical posted base $121k–$154k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 38 reliability engineer openings in Indiana, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 37 other live reliability postings in Indiana.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Typical $121k–$154k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 50%
- Team leadership 29%
- ✓ Tooling 21%
- ✓ Lean 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for ISO 9001, Plant layout, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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requirements
of customers or business partners in order to bring strategic value to them.
- ✓Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as applicable government and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, safety, environmental).
Requirements
B.S. degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
Requirements
2 to 4 years experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering environment, preferably in electrical assembly or mechanical systems and test environment with knowledge of the manufacturing processes and process improvement techniques.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as be proficient in Microsoft applications. Additional
Requirements
· Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout an active manufacturing floor for extended periods (up to 75% of the shift).
· Ability to occasionally lift and manipulate up to 50 lbs with assistance.
· Ability to wear mandatory plant Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including safety glasses with side shields, steel-toe footwear, and hearing protection where required.
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Description
The Manufacturing Engineer provides hands-on technical leadership, direction and support to operations in the areas of process development, equipment optimization, tooling, plant layout, continuous improvement and automation. The Manufacturing Engineer supports production teams to ensure high standards for performance, quality, reliability, safety, and cost-effectiveness, and also works collaboratively with Product Engineering in the design and development of both legacy and new products.
Functional
- •Establish and maintain optimum production methods, tooling and equipment to support efficient and reliable manufacturing.
- •Design, evaluate, and implement assembly fixtures, holding jigs, and specialized plant floor tooling using 3D CAD to improve repeatability and reduce operator fatigue.
- •Demonstrate full “process ownership” for assigned areas including:
- •Technical documentation and on-floor support to meet safety, quality, productivity standards.
- •Equipment setup, operation and basic troubleshooting.
- •Monitoring and improving process performance using data analysis tools.
- •Maintain and analyze process data to ensure process control.
- •Lead and participate in special projects focused on improving process capability, reducing costs and improving equipment, with full accountability for project results.
- •Apply structured problem-solving techniques to investigate process issues and implement sustainable corrective actions, integrating and streamlining processes throughout the supply chain to ensure maximum efficiency.
- •Work with cross-functional teams including Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to align manufacturing objectives.
- •Support facility layout and equipment installation planning to improve material flow and optimize space utilization.
Leadership
- •Take accountability for project execution, results, and impact to business goals.
- •Demonstrate a sense of urgency in addressing operational needs and continuously driving improvements.
- •Set clear goals and work proactively to overcome obstacles and ensure timely completion of assignments.
Interpersonal
- •Promote collaboration and teamwork across departments to leverage knowledge, improve processes, and achieve common goals.
- •Support a positive working environment by engaging with others respectfully and constructively.
- •Work closely with team members and support staff to gain insight into process conditions and improvements.
Business
- •Understand key business and financial metrics that impact manufacturing performance.
- •Contribute to strategic initiatives by identifying opportunities for efficiency, quality, and cost improvements to meet the needs and
include
· CAD software proficiency (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
· Experience with manufacturing process simulation and layout design.
· Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement methodologies.
· Hands-on involvement with tooling, fixturing, and production equipment design.