Manufacturing Engineer
Legrand North America · Mascoutah, IL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Legrand North America (industrial) in Mascoutah, IL. Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews for new and existing products.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, Root cause, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Illinois: typical posted base $97k–$134k.
Median of the low and high ends of 40 live postings that list pay, out of 75 manufacturing engineer openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 74 other live manufacturing postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $87k–$112k, from 35 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 40%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 35%
- ✓ Tooling 32%
- ✓ Automation 32%
- ✓ Lean 31%
- New product launch 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Legrand North America
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- 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?
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This plant: Legrand North America in Mascoutah
1 other open role at this site.
- Manufacturing Supervisor (2nd Shift) · Manufacturing · Supervisor
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Full description from Legrand North AmericaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Education
· Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, , Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience
· Minimum 3 to 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
· Experience leading process improvement projects.
· Experience with manufacturing automation and CAD systems preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Thorough understanding of manufacturing engineering principles and production systems.
· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
· Ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities.
· Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
· Working knowledge of process validation and statistical analysis techniques.
· Effective leadership and mentoring abilities.
· Strong communication and collaboration skills.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Thorough understanding of manufacturing engineering principles and production systems.
· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
· Ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities.
· Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
· Working knowledge of process validation and statistical analysis techniques.
· Effective leadership and mentoring abilities.
· Strong communication and collaboration skills.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.
Bridging power from sources to pathways to touchpoints, Legrand’s Electrical Infrastructure division combines innovation and quality to provide leading solutions for an evolving energy landscape. Our expertly designed products enable customers to confidently address the complex needs and challenges of electrification, while enhancing everyday experiences like plugging in, switching on, and staying connected. Committed to best-in-class service at every stage, we act as a trusted partner for our customers to ensure each project’s success and their continued satisfaction. Legrand's Electrical Infrastructure division includes the following brands and product lines: Girtz, Avtron, Power Bus Way, Cablofil, Connectrac, Wiremold and Pass & Seymour.
Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.
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At a Glance
Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Electrical Infrastructure division in Mascoutah, IL.
What Will You Do?
· Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, equipment, and production methods.
· Lead manufacturing improvement projects focused on efficiency, quality, capacity, and cost reduction.
· Analyze production processes and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement.
· Lead root cause investigations for manufacturing and quality issues and implement sustainable corrective actions.
· Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews for new and existing products.
· Develop and validate tooling, fixtures, automation solutions, and manufacturing systems.
· Conduct process capability studies, equipment qualifications, and process validations.
· Manage engineering change implementation and maintain manufacturing documentation.
· Participate in capital equipment selection, installation, and startup activities.
· Collaborate with quality, maintenance, operations, supply chain, and product development teams.
· Train and mentor production personnel.
· Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
· Manage TPM activities, equipment spare parts, and maintenance contractor relationships to maintain reliable and efficient facility operations.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
