| Location: | Warrendale, PA |
| Job ID: | 3647 |
| Position type | Onsite |
Powering Manufacturing Excellence Through Engineering Leadership!
MEPPI’s Switchgear Division (SWGD) is seeking an experienced and driven Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead manufacturing engineering activities that support continuous process improvement and operational optimization. In this leadership role, you will drive efficiencies across facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel—maximizing capacity, productivity, safety, and quality throughout Switchgear manufacturing operations.
What You’ll Do
Lead Manufacturing Process Optimization: Provide engineering leadership to develop, standardize, implement, and document efficient manufacturing and material handling techniques for new and existing products, including prototypes. Create and maintain standardized assembly procedures within the Division’s manufacturing engineering systems.
Standardize & Improve Workflows: Oversee workflow optimization and establish standardization across shop-floor tasks and manufacturing activities to improve consistency and efficiency.
Resolve Manufacturing Challenges: Manage analysis and technical resolution of complex manufacturing issues to support Division performance and customer commitments.
Drive Lean & Six Sigma Initiatives: Lead the development and implementation of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and TPS initiatives to eliminate waste and improve process capability.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with departments across SWGD to identify, recommend, and implement process improvements focused on cost reduction, quality enhancement, and operational efficiency.
Specify & Acquire Equipment: Source, evaluate, specify, and procure assembly, material handling, and safety equipment considering quality, cost, effectiveness, efficiency, and ergonomic design.
Manage Shop Equipment & Tooling: Oversee factory fixtures, tools, cranes, and related shop equipment; manage maintenance schedules and coordinate outside service providers as required.
Lead Process Improvement Programs: Champion the Switchgear Process Improvement (PI) Program, encouraging employee participation and continuous improvement ideas.
Support Capital Projects: Provide technical expertise and leadership for office layout modifications, new facility construction, and other capital improvement projects.
Develop & Lead Talent: Manage staff in accordance with Company policies; train, cross-train, mentor employees, conduct performance reviews, and provide input for compensation decisions.
Champion Quality, Safety & Environment: Maintain strong knowledge of MEPPI’s Quality, Safety, and Environmental policies and communicate their importance throughout daily operations.
Represent the Department Professionally: Further the goals and professional image of the Manufacturing Engineering Department through effective collaboration with internal teams, visitors, and customers.
What You Bring
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Why MEPPI
At MEPPI, you’ll be part of a team driving innovation and operational excellence in the manufacturing of high-performance switchgear solutions. As a U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, we combine global engineering leadership with a collaborative, people-focused culture.
About Us
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is a leader in North American power systems, rail transportation, and switchgear technologies. The Switchgear Division plays a critical role in supporting reliable energy infrastructure for utilities and industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer
MEPPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure every candidate is considered fairly.
Notice to Agencies and Search Firms
MEPPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms. Resumes submitted without a signed agreement will become the property of MEPPI, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited referral.
