Engineer - Manufacturing
Linamar · Albion, IN
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 6+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Linamar (automotive) in Albion, IN.
- They ask for
- 6+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- CNC, Machining, Tooling, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MES
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Indiana: typical posted base $98k–$135k.
Median of the low and high ends of 12 live postings that list pay, out of 63 manufacturing engineer openings in Indiana, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Indiana plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 62 other live manufacturing postings in Indiana.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (6+ vs 5+)
Typical $97k–$135k, from 11 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Lean 51%
- ✓ Tooling 41%
- ✓ New product launch 40%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 38%
- ✓ Team leadership 35%
- Root cause 30%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for MES, 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 Linamar
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- 2
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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?
- 4
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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.
This plant: Linamar in Albion
1 other open role at this site.
- Engineering Technician · Manufacturing
Full description from LinamarAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibility
- ◆Develop and improve CNC machine programs.
- ◆Take new products from concept to production stage.
- ◆Design and create CAD drawings for tooling, gauges, and fixtures.
- ◆Select and specify tooling and fixtures for machining processes.
- ◆Prepare process sheets detailing tooling and setup requirements.
- ◆Establish cycle times and ensure processes meet part specifications.
- ◆Provide technical support for production operations.
- ◆Create functional specifications for assembly operations and sign-off on integrator design
- ◆Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- ◆Research and report on
requirements
for new production processes (cost, labor, tooling, equipment).
- ✓Supervise buy-off of equipment and support equipment implementation.
- ✓Collaborate with vendors and customers for problem resolution and tooling improvements.
- ✓Create and maintain schedules to track process development and project progression.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
Required Skills/Experience
- ✓4–6 years in a machining or manufacturing environment, with hands-on involvement in CNC operations, process development, and tooling.
- ✓Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, techniques, and methodologies.
- ✓Proficient in CAD/CAM software and design tools including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Mastercam.
- ✓Skilled in manufacturing simulation, statistical analysis, and ERP/MES systems such as Plex.
- ✓Experienced in developing technical proposals and presenting findings to stakeholders.
- ✓Capable of leading new product introductions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- ✓Adept at creating and maintaining project schedules and documentation.
- ✓Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- ✓Effective in cross-functional team environments and vendor/customer interactions.
- ✓Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- ✓Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently or collaboratively
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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
JJob Summary: The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing and optimizing CNC programs, supporting new product launches, and improving machining processes to ensure production efficiency and quality. This role involves designing tooling and fixtures, preparing process documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement cost-effective manufacturing solutions. The engineer also provides technical support to production, leads continuous improvement initiatives, and works closely with vendors and customers to resolve issues and drive innovation. Engineers also offer guidance and support to Engineering Technicians.
What Linamar Has to Offer
- •Competitive Compensation
- •Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- •401k Program
- •Opportunities for career advancement.
- •Sustainability Counsel
- •Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- •Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts .
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.