Manufacturing Engineer for CNC Department
Horton, Inc. · Baton Rouge, LA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 75+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Horton, Inc. (industrial) in Baton Rouge, LA.
- They ask for
- 75+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, CNC, Machining, CATIA / NX
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $98k–$141k.
Median of the low and high ends of 522 live postings that list pay, out of 1615 manufacturing engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 8 other live manufacturing postings in Louisiana.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (75+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 56%
- ✓ Lean 44%
- ✓ Six Sigma 44%
- Green Belt 33%
- Plant layout 33%
- Capacity planning 33%
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Full description from Horton, Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
This role will receive general guidance from and report to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. The overall work scope includes defining and implementing plans that utilize personnel, facilities, equipment, and processes to achieve the desired quality and quantity of production at the most favorable cost. This position will also work directly with corporate MFG and Product Design to bring new product to market. This role will be uniquely positioned to collaborate on future machining strategies for the Oconee facility.
Responsibilities
Manufacturing Engineer
Responsibilities
- ◆Develops and improves production processes.
- ◆Assists with the preparation of cost estimates for given products by analyzing the production process and costing each step, providing information to be used by corporate engineering and sales staff for proposals and product pricing.
- ◆Designs manufacturing process for new parts or products and maintains process documentation when modifications to existing process are made.
- ◆Applies Mathematical Calcs & SPC Methods to determine manufacturing process & production cost standards. Routinely audits all processes, material flow paths, and routings to confirm standard cost accuracy.
- ◆Other miscellaneous Manufacturing Engineering Tasks as assigned related to cost/benefit analysis, planning for future plant expansions, purchases of machinery, equipment moves, or development of new production areas in response to anticipated production growth.
- ◆Motivated & Self-Managed leader that promotes and exemplifies manufacturing excellence at all levels.
Qualifications
Manufacturing Engineer
Qualifications
- ✓Requires a B.S. Degree in Engineering
- ✓Minimum of 23 years of experience working with advanced CNC machining applications in a manufacturing environment
- ✓Familiarity with controls
- ✓Lean 6 Sigma methodology
- ✓Demonstrated experience with managing equipment purchases
- ✓Ability to work with cross functional team to achieve results and meet project timelines
- ✓Preferred Software Skills: Understanding and demonstrated knowledge of MasterCam. NX MFG, or Espirit. Demonstrated proficiency in Heidenhain TNC-7 control
- ✓Must be authorized to work in the United States. No Visa sponsorship provided now or in the future for this position
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Manufacturing Engineer for CNC Department US-SC-Westminster Job ID: 2026-3437 # of Openings: 1 Category: Engineering Horton, Inc. Overview Horton, Inc. has an opening for a Manufacturing Engineer to work at our location in Westminster, SC. This job is focused on CNC Machining and requires experience along with a 4-year degree. The standard work week is Monday-Friday and relocation assistance is available.
Company Information
As a global leader in thermal control for power systems, Horton offers a variety of technologies for transportation and industrial applications to operate at the optimal temperature even in the most demanding conditions. For over 75 years, the organization has been an integral partner to companies worldwide providing innovative and reliable engine cooling solutions for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. For more information on Horton, Inc. please visit our web site at www.hortonww.com.
Additional Information
We offer a competitive benefits package including PTO, Company Paid Holidays, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life, AD&D, STD, LTD, Education Assistance, and a dynamic work environment.
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
To apply, qualified candidates should log onto https://careers-horton.icims.com.
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