Allison Transmission · 1 day ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Greater Indianapolis
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAllison Transmission has been powering the vehicles and technology that move our world forward for over 100 years. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will develop and implement optimal assembly processes, coordinate manufacturing launches, and maintain technical aspects of the assembly process to ensure quality standards are met.
AutomotiveIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the assembly equipment
Maintenance of process documentation, including process stack sheets, process routings, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans
Analysis of proposals for new machinery and equipment
Lead the tryout and evaluation of new machinery and equipment
Provide technical support to plant operations
Develop and implement major Capital Appropriations Projects
Support the development of cost estimates for new and major programs, often working from early concept cross sections, concept drawings, concurrent engineering discussions, and evolving assumptions
Provides a physical presence in the workplace
Positions involve the design, procurement, qualification and launch of assembly systems in a high-volume production setting
Support of production systems to include continuous improvement, updates to existing equipment to maintain serviceability
Familiarity with torqueing systems, electrical and hydraulic press applications, automatic assembly, error-proofing, vision systems, and robotic applications
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5+ years' experience required
High level of analytical ability
Good written and oral communication skills, including regular and effective communication across functions and with Senior Management
The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including work with Senior Management
The ability to work independently, and to coach and mentor others
The ability to multitask
The ability to consider business impact beyond a specific functional area
The ability to provide relevant, essential technical guidance to support Senior Management
CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD)
Strong computer skills, including MS Office
An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Experience in at least one of the following area(s): Assembly
An understanding of machine tool specifications, construction and maintenance, including the ability to document this knowledge in RFQ packages and Best Practice documents, and to participate in specification revisions
Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gages, and the ability to improve and document our methods for completing these tasks
Preferred
Experience in working effectively with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment
Formal problem-solving training
Familiarity with QS and TS quality systems requirements
An understanding of lean manufacturing concepts
Specific specialized skills, including CNC programming, CMM programming, nutrunner programming, robotic programming, ladder logic, etc
An understanding of transmission fundamentals
Experience in a manufacturing environment in a non-US location, including mentoring and training of non-US persons
Experience in implementation of major production launches (entire production lines or plants)
Benefits
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
8 hours paid volunteer time per year
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program
On-site blood drives
Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.
Company
Allison Transmission
Allison Transmission is a leading designer and manufacturer of vehicle propulsion solutions for commercial and defense vehicles, the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, and a leader in electrified propulsion systems that Improve the Way the World Works.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2025-11-04Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2012-03-15IPO
2007-06-28Acquired
Leadership Team
David Graziosi
Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer
Fred Bohley
President and BU Leader, Allison Transmission and Allison Chief Operating Officer
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