Manufacturing Engineer
DiscoveredCummins
Battleboro, NCexternalProject ManagementPosted 1 day ago (Aug 11, 2026)
Job Summary
We are looking for a talented
Manufacturing Engineer
for our position in
Rocky Mount, NC
. In this role, you will provide day-to-day engineering support to production lines to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. You will help manage capital projects from planning through execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver equipment and process upgrades that align with business goals. This position plays a key role in driving improvements to key manufacturing metrics, including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), by identifying issues, analyzing data, and implementing sustainable solutions. Success in this role requires strong project management capabilities, technical problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead or support initiatives that enhance quality, productivity, and equipment performance. Candidates with Six Sigma Green Belt certification or higher, as well as experience in tool design, automated equipment, or troubleshooting complex systems, will be especially well-positioned to excel.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways
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Supporting Manufacturing Projects
Assists with defined project activities to develop and implement manufacturing processes that consistently meet safety, quality, productivity, and product specification requirements.
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Applying Manufacturing Principles
Contributes technical knowledge and understanding of manufacturing practices to enhance equipment capabilities and optimize process performance.
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Improving Processes
Participates in process improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and recommending updates that improve reliability, flow, and production outcomes.
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Developing Standards
Assists in creating and refining manufacturing standards, work methods, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and operational excellence.
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Using Continuous Improvement Tools
Applies basic continuous improvement methodologies (such as root cause analysis and workflow optimization) to support the development of more efficient manufacturing systems.
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Collaborating Cross-Functionally
Works with internal teams and external partners to complete project assignments, exchange information, and support alignment across engineering and manufacturing functions.
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Building Technical Knowledge
Learns and applies Cummins-specific manufacturing principles, tools, and practices to become proficient in supporting production processes.
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Contributing to Safe Operations
Supports efforts that reinforce a strong safety culture by ensuring processes, equipment updates, and work methods adhere to safety and compliance requirements.
To be successful in this role you will need the following
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Collaborates Effectively
Builds strong partnerships and works collaboratively across functions to achieve shared objectives, ensuring alignment between engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams.
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Communicates with Clarity
Develops and delivers clear, audience-appropriate communication-both written and verbal-to ensure information is understood, actionable, and accessible to stakeholders at all levels.
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Champions Health and Safety
Models proactive safety behaviors by identifying risks, reporting concerns, and engaging in corrective actions to support an injury-free, compliance-focused manufacturing environment.
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Applies Manufacturing Fundamentals
Demonstrates working knowledge of manufacturing processes by interpreting engineering drawings, using digital tools for analysis, selecting appropriate equipment, and supporting process documentation, workstation design, and tooling decisions.
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Drives Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving
Recognizes opportunities to enhance efficiency and quality, applying structured problem-solving methods, ergonomic and process-improvement tools, and data-driven insights to reduce waste and improve operational performance.
Education, Licenses, Certifications
• College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience
• Basic level of relevant work experience required.
Role specific responsibilities
• Day-to-day line support
• Capital project management
• Support and/or lead projects contributing to key metrics such as OEE and associated inputs
Role Specific Skills
• Project management
• Technical problem solving
Preferred Skills/Experience
• Six Sigma Greenbelt or higher
• Tool and/or automated equipment design and troubleshooting experience
Job
Manufacturing
Organization
Cummins Inc.
Role Category
On-site with Flexibility
Job Type
Exempt - Experienced
ReqID
2425575
Relocation Package
Yes
100% On-Site
No
Cummins and E-Verify
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.
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