Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Do you enjoy leading complex manufacturing initiatives and driving long‑term operational excellence?

Do you thrive in environments where you can influence strategy, optimize processes, and mentor engineering teams?

Partner with the Best

We are an innovation‑driven organization focused on building world‑class manufacturing capabilities. Our teams collaborate across Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to deliver high‑performance products with precision, reliability, and efficiency. With a strong focus on advanced manufacturing, automation, and continuous improvement, we are shaping the future of production excellence.

Fuel Your Passion

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will serve as a technical expert and cross‑functional leader. You will drive process optimization, lead NPI readiness, and champion advanced manufacturing technologies. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, improving systems at scale, and guiding teams toward sustainable operational improvements.

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Leading the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment for high‑volume or high‑complexity production.

Owning process capability (Cp/Cpk), yield improvement, and defect‑reduction initiatives using DMAIC, 8D, PFMEA, and other structured methodologies.

Partnering with R&D, Quality, and Operations to support NPI, including DFM/DFA reviews, IQ/OQ/PQ validation, and production ramp readiness.

Developing and maintaining work instructions, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, and SOPs.

Evaluating and implementing automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies to improve efficiency and reduce labor content.

Leading root‑cause investigations and corrective actions for production issues, equipment failures, and quality escapes.

Managing capital equipment projects from concept through installation, qualification, and operational handoff.

Analyzing production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities, driving measurable results.

Mentoring junior engineers and technicians to build technical capability and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards (ISO 9001, AS9100, FDA, or industry‑specific requirements).

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Required Qualifications

Have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Have 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, process, or production engineering roles.

Have a proven expertise in process development, statistical analysis, and manufacturing optimization.

Have strong proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).

Have hands‑on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, and structured problem‑solving.

Have demonstrated success leading cross‑functional projects and implementing sustainable improvements.

Have experience with automation, robotics, CNC machining, injection molding, electronics assembly, or similar processes.

Have excellent communication, project management, and technical documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Engineering or related discipline.

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Experience in regulated industries (Aerospace, Medical Device, Automotive, Defense).

Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and digital manufacturing tools.

Experience managing capital budgets and vendor relationships.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to spend time on the production floor interacting with equipment, operators, and processes.

Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs and use of PPE as required.

Some travel may be required for supplier visits, equipment acceptance, or training.

Work in a Way That Works for You

We understand that everyone works differently. This role offers flexibility while ensuring strong collaboration with engineering and production teams. Whether you thrive on the shop floor or in strategic planning sessions, we empower you to work in the way that helps you perform at your best.

Working With Us

Our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. You will join a team that values problem‑solving, collaboration, and forward‑thinking engineering. We invest in your growth through training, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your leadership and technical capabilities.

Working for You

When you join us, you can expect:

Competitive compensation and benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness programs

Life insurance and disability coverage

Retirement and financial planning support

Professional development and education assistance

Paid time off and work‑life balance programs

A safe, inclusive, and collaborative work environment

This position requires current work authorization in the country of employment. Sponsorship is not available.

The annual pay scale for this position is between $96,670.00 - $179,570.00.

Candidates for this role (office-based/ hybrid/ remote) must be located in or near the locations displayed above. The pay range/scale displayed above represents Baker Hughes’ good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position at the time of this posting and applies to the possible locations for this position. Baker Hughes will issue a non-bias competitive offer; the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hires, full-time salaries in some U.S. locations, not including equity or benefits. Where an applicant will ultimately fall within the pay range/scale depends on a variety of factors, including, for example, geographic work location, skillset, qualifications, internal pay alignment, level of experience, and demonstrated performance over time. Please keep in mind that the range stated above is the full base salary range for the role and does not include other forms of compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the pay range for this position during the hiring process.

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

 

 

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Manufacturing Senior Specialist - Prod Process and Equip