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Manufacturing Engineer

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing Inc.
Caledonia, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2025

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer is a key contributor to Steel & O’Brien’s operational success, responsible for driving innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement within our manufacturing processes for our data center cooling (DCC) business. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, enhance product quality, and ensure the highest operational standards are met. Learn more at https://www.steelobrien.com/.


Primary Functions:

  • Analyze and refine existing manufacturing processes to identify and implement standardized procedures that enhance production efficiency, quality, and consistency.
  • Collaborate with production teams to optimize manufacturing processes
  • Develop comprehensive manufacturing process documentation, including work instructions and process flow charts, to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Ensure that all manufacturing operations comply with strict quality control standards, actively participating in root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective measures
  • Implement manufacturing engineering services pertaining to robotic welders, T drills, auto welders, orbital welders, and fixturing to assist with fabrication, welding and polishing operations, such as design of fixtures and tooling; streamlining the build process; and incorporating automation
  • Other duties as assigned


Primary Competencies:

  • A proactive problem-solving mindset to drive operational improvements
  • Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor CAD/CAM software
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing and other continuous improvement techniques
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document processes and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, ensuring precision in all aspects of the role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for process documentation and reporting
  • Team player – willing to jump in and help whenever it is needed


Culture:

  • Actively work to create strong communication and a healthy working environment
  • Communicate in a positive manner with all employees
  • Respectfully listen to concerns and ideas brought to your attention
  • Support and participate in company functions
  • Respect confidentiality
  • Embody our values of Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence


Qualifications:

  • BS degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent industry experience
  • Two or more years of experience in manufacturing engineering and/or continuous improvement within an industrial environment, ideally in precision manufacturing or stainless steel
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies a plus
  • Ability to learn and work within our Microsoft BC ERP system is required.
  • Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job such as:
  • Safely navigating a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to use office, phone and computer equipment
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and twist


Salary: $70,000-$80,000 annually, depending on experience

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000

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