Manufacturing Engineer III

Position Summary

Position Summary:
Manufacturing Engineer III is an advanced role responsible for designing, implementing, validating, and continuously improving manufacturing processes, work instructions, and production equipment across one or more facilities. This position supports complex manufacturing and assembly for new and existing Parker products by leading continuous improvement efforts and driving operational excellence. The role develops and pilots advanced manufacturing methods, evaluates and implements new technologies to improve performance, and designs assembly layouts to optimize throughput, quality, cost, ergonomics, and safety. May lead the planning and execution of large capital projects.

Scope/Supervision and Interaction:

____ Has Direct Reports __X__ Does Not Have Direct Reports

This position has no direct or indirect supervisory responsibility.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:
* Manufacturing Process Flow - Leads the planning and design of complex, high-impact manufacturing and assembly processes for new and existing products. Defines required equipment, tooling, and process controls to meet production targets and product/quality specifications.
* Process Improvement - Identifies, scopes, and executes process improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, yield, safety, delivery, and cost. Facilitates and leads cross-functional teams on large-scope continuous improvement projects.
* Engineering Design Support - Partners with engineering leadership to influence product and process designs, recommending manufacturable concepts and requirements that best leverage available equipment and manufacturing methods.
* Regulatory Compliance - Ensures processes, documentation, and procedures comply with applicable internal requirements and external regulations across multiple production lines.
* Remediation - Leads root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions to address quality issues and restore/maintain product conformance.
* Performs additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering or a related Engineering discipline with 5-8 years of relevant experience
* Advanced knowledge of engineering principles with the ability to apply them across multiple production lines
* Demonstrated ability to use a structured, data-driven approach to solve complex problems and drive sustainable results
* Proven experience applying continuous improvement methodologies in manufacturing/quality (e.g., pull systems, value stream/process mapping, JIT)
* Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred; familiarity with DMAIC and advanced problem-solving skills preferred
* Knowledge of data structures and database programming preferred
* Proficiency with CAD/CAM or other computer-aided manufacturing systems, plus standard business software and specialized data and statistical analysis software
* Ability to develop and standardize procedures/work instructions to address gaps and prevent recurrence
* Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
* Advanced knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, and draw sound conclusions
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly
* Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Strong prioritization and time-management skills
* Strong computer skills, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web browsers
* Experience with electronic circuit design and troubleshooting preferred

Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.