Manufacturing/Assembly Engineer

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.  

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Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• 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 + 1 Floating Holiday

• Robust employee wellness program

• Tuition assistance program

Job Description:

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity in Indianapolis, IN for a Manufacturing Engineer, Assembly.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer will handle the monitoring and maintenance of technical aspects of the assembly process, looking at a variety of metrics gathered throughout the process. They will coordinate and integrate the assembly process, as well as analyze efficiency data and process flow. The Manufacturing Engineer works with the manufacturing manager to ensure standards for manufacturing are maintained, as well as in developing new production methods and implementing new product processes. 

Responsibilities:

• Design of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the assembly equipment.
• Development 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.
• 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.

Experience:

• Education Requirement: Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 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.
• Expertise in at least one of the following areas:  Machining of rotating components, Machining of prismatic components, Machining of gears, Assembly.
• An unde