Manufacturing Engineer III

Xylem

Manufacturing Engineer III at Xylem focused on enhancing production efficiency and product quality. Involved in process design, equipment management, and compliance with safety regulations.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeThomasville • Alabama, Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement and optimize efficient manufacturing processes
Identify and eliminate potential production bottlenecks
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles
Select and recommend appropriate equipment for manufacturing processes
Oversee installation, validation and commissioning of new equipment
Troubleshoot equipment issues and support preventative maintenance strategies
Develop and implement quality control plans
Conduct process and product audits to ensure compliance with standards
Analyze defects, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions
Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality
Monitor KPIs related to efficiency, yield, scrap, and downtime
Coordinate cross-functional teams to execute projects on schedule
Develop project plans and timelines
Collect and analyze data to identify trends
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience (or equivalent hands-on experience)
Proficiency in manufacturing software tools (e.g., CAD/CAM, PLM systems)
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and process optimization
Knowledge of materials selection, machining, and assembly techniques
Familiarity with statistical methods for process control and quality assurance
Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot production issues and implementing corrective actions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates
Paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark
Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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Hard Skills & Tools

manufacturing processesprocess optimizationquality controlstatistical methodstroubleshootingcost reductiondata analysisroot cause analysislean manufacturingmaterials selection

Soft Skills

leadershipcross-functional coordinationproject managementcommunicationproblem-solvinganalytical thinkinginitiativeattention to detailteam collaborationadaptability