Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

The INNIO Advantage:

By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology, INNIO brings our customers affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions for today—and tomorrow. As a very successful company, we are experiencing significant growth in the United States. Today, we help meet the world's energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and 48,000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines, which can be found in more than 100 countries. By harnessing our history of energy industry firsts, along with the power of digital innovation, we will continue to deliver for the future.

Welcome to a World of Innovation and Inspiration. Welcome to INNIO!

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Assembly to join our Waukesha ReUP remanufacturing team. In this role, you will develop, validate, and document assembly processes for remanufactured large industrial gas engines at our Waukesha facility. You will apply strong technical expertise to analyze data, resolve complex issues, and continuously improve process performance. Your work will help ensure we deliver high‑quality products to our customers while maintaining a safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing environment.

What you’ll do:

- Process & Workflow Optimization:

- Analyze manufacturing processes and workflows to reduce cost, improve sustainability, and establish best practices across production.

- Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; collaborating with equipment vendors; and gathering insights from operators.

- Machining & CAD/CAM Development: Use CAD/CAM software to create, optimize, and improve machining processes.

- Quality Assurance: Ensure product and process quality by developing testing methods, assessing finished‑product and process capabilities, establishing quality standards, and validating manufacturing processes.

- Operations Planning & Cost Analysis: Support manufacturing decision‑making by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; and estimating future operational requirements.

- Reporting & Data Analysis: Prepare detailed product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing performance data and trends.

- Equipment Reliability & Maintenance: Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer instructions and established procedures; and arranging specialty services as needed.

- Professional Development: Maintain professional and technical expertise by attending workshops, reviewing industry publications, building professional networks, and participating in professional societies.

- Vendor & Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Interface effectively with vendors and internal partners to ensure clear communication of technical requirements and EHS expectations.

What you’ll bring:

- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

- Minimum 2 – 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience

- Strong knowledge for assembly of heavy industrial equipment

- Proficiency in CAD software.

- Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints and schematics.

- Understanding of GD&T tolerancing and function.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

What Will Help You Stand Out:

- Strong collaborator who is a positive team player

- Autonomous, results driven and accountable for own actions and takes ownership of decisions

- Able to influence without authority by motivating, creating understanding and accountability to drive change at the quality level.

- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and coordinate several moderate projects simultaneously

- Effective problem solver and communicator with the ability to interface with senior leadership with confidence and clarity

Additional Details:

- Location: Waukesha, WI

- Work Model: 5 days onsite per week (Monday thru Friday).

- Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.

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