Manufacturing Engineer – Bowling Green, Kentucky
Nova Steel · Kentucky
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Nova Steel (industrial) in Kentucky.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Automation
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Kentucky: typical posted base $99k–$150k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 30 manufacturing engineer openings in Kentucky, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Kentucky plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 29 other live manufacturing postings in Kentucky.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $99k–$150k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 60+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 80%
- Lean 30%
- Root cause 30%
- ✓ Automation 30%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 23%
- Six Sigma 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Nova Steel
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
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?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from Nova SteelAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Evaluate manufacturing processes based on quality criteria, such as efficiency and speed.
- ◆Study production and machine requirements.
- ◆Develop and implement effective automated and manual systems.
- ◆Manage design, build, and install new equipment.
- ◆Organize and manage manufacturing workflows and resources.
- ◆Optimize production processes to improve performance.
- ◆Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space
requirements
to improve manufacturing efficiency.
- ✓Resolve issues and delays in production – downtime, over cycle, equipment reliability.
- ✓Find ways to reduce costs and maximize quality.
- ✓Train staff in new and existing processes.
- ✓Collaborate with other engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
- ✓Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations.
- ✓Upgrade systems and processes with new technology.
- ✓Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services and make sure that manufacturer’s procedures and instructions are followed in order to keep production equipment operational.
- ✓Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on driving our organization to operational excellence.
- ✓Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
Requirements
- ✓Degree in Engineering is preferred.
- ✓Previous experience as a manufacturing engineer or similar role
- ✓Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and tool design
- ✓Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques
- ✓Commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations
- ✓Well-versed in relevant software (e.g. CAD, MS Office)
- ✓Project management skills
- ✓Problem-solving ability
- ✓Teamwork skills
- ✓Strong organizational and time management skills are required.
- ✓Must be able to work independently as well as in a team orientated environment.
Benefits
Why Join Our Team?
- ✓Competitive Pay
- ✓Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- ✓Deferred Compensation (401k) Plan with a company match
- ✓No-cost Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability overages
- ✓Paid Time Off
- ✓Team Events
- ✓Employee Perks
- ✓A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
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This position will be responsible for designing, implementing, and reviewing the procedures involved in manufacturing processes. Duties include developing efficient manufacturing systems, processes, and machine automation techniques to maximize the throughput of production lines that result in high-quality products. This position will report to the Plant Manager (or designate).