Senior Manufacturing Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><div class="base-markdown"> <p>At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.</p> </div></div><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p> <p>IEM is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Senior-level) for our Jacksonville, FL location and will report into the Senior Manager of Manufacturing Engineering. The Manufacturing Engineer (Senior-level) is a key technical leader responsible for driving strategic initiatives and delivering robust, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing solutions. This role oversees the development, optimization, and support of advanced manufacturing processes, with a focus on operational excellence, automation, and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Engineer (Senior-level) will lead cross-functional efforts to implement cutting-edge technologies, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve world-class performance in quality, safety, and throughput. This position demands deep expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, process validation, and smart manufacturing systems, as well as strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced manufacturing processes and production systems across new and existing product lines.</li> <li>Drive automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives to enable smart, data-driven manufacturing and improve operational agility.</li> <li>Serve as the technical authority in cross-functional teams involving operations, quality, R&amp;D, and supply chain to ensure product manufacturability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.</li> <li>Facilitate and lead high-impact kaizen events, root cause investigations (RCA), and the implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).</li> <li>Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including process flow diagrams, SOPs, work instructions, and training guides to ensure consistency and compliance.</li> <li>Optimize production line layouts, material flow, and takt time using Lean methodologies to increase efficiency and reduce waste.</li> <li>Own and drive continuous improvement of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, cycle time, scrap rate, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).</li> <li>Lead capital project initiatives including equipment selection, procurement, commissioning, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).&