Engineer - Manufacturing II

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What You Will Do

At Volvo as a Manufacturing Engineer, you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large.

You will be the Process Owner for one of our Manufacturing Assembly Lines.

Your future team

You will join a very diverse team of high functioning Engineers with nearly 100yrs of experience.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we're excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

• Experience applying the Volvo Production System (VPS) and Lean Manufacturing principles to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and operational performance while supporting current and future production demands.
• The ability to support the launch of new products and implement engineering changes that ensure a smooth transition into production.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify, analyze, and resolve manufacturing issues related to materials, processes, equipment, tooling, and production flow.
• The ability to collaborate effectively across functions, serving as a key liaison between Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Production, and other support organizations.
• Experience performing line balancing, identifying and eliminating Non-Value-Added Activities (NVAA), and driving continuous improvement using Lean tools to improve Overall Labor Effectiveness (OLE), Hours Per Unit (HPU), and other departmental KPIs.
• Experience developing and maintaining standardized work and time studies using AVIX or similar time and motion analysis software.
• The ability to identify equipment and tooling requirements, develop implementation plans, and coordinate successful installation and startup with Maintenance and other stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and root cause problem-solving skills utilizing structured methodologies such as 5 Why, 5W1H, 4M, Fishbone Diagrams, and other continuous improvement tools.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, build relationships, and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement, operational excellence, and developing innovative manufacturing solutions.
  
  

Additional Information

We are unable to offer employment sponsorship for this position now or in the future.

Volvo Group North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V).

What’s in it for you?

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a collaborative environment where you can grow your career. You'll also enjoy:

• An open-door leadership culture where your manager is accessible and encourages open communication, collaboration, and discussion on any topic.
• A team that values work-life balance and is committed to creating an environment that supports both personal well-being and professional success.
• Exceptional career growth opportunities. Manufacturing Engineering provides a strong foundation for a wide range of technical and leadership career paths across Volvo Group.
• Access to outstanding on-site amenities at our Hagerstown facility, including an occupational health clinic, physical therapy services, pharmacy, fitness center, and other employee wellness resources.
• The opportunity to work on challenging projects involving new product launches, manufacturing technology, automation, and continuous improvement while making a meaningful impact on the future of sustainable transportation.
  
  

Ready for the next move?

Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $85,000 - $100,000 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible.  The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:  

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who We Are And What We Believe In

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.

Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.