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Manufacturing Engineer I

Woodward, Inc.
Zeeland, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026
Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

Estimated annual base pay: $65,000 (minimum) - $84,000 (midpoint) - $104,000 (maximum)

  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  
  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays. 
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. 
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Adoption Assistance  
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. 
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 
  • Member referral bonus 
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 
  • Voluntary benefits, including:  
    • Home / Auto Insurance discounts 
    • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 
Key Responsibilities:

  • Assemble Components: Follows established procedures to accurately and efficiently assemble manufacturing parts and products.
  • Conduct Quality Inspections: Performs routine inspections on finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
  • Maintain Equipment: Operates and maintains manufacturing machinery, identifying and reporting any malfunctions to senior team members.
  • Document Production Data: Records and updates production metrics and processes data accurately using existing systems and tools.
  • Support Manufacturing Processes: Assists in daily manufacturing operations, collaborating with team members to meet production deadlines.

Key Skills:

  • Technical Proficiency: Understanding of manufacturing engineering principles and practices.
  • Manufacturing Software: Familiarity with CAD/CAM or other industry relevant software tools.
  • Routine Problem Solving: Ability to apply standard procedures to resolve common manufacturing issues.
  • Communication Skills: Effectively convey straightforward information to team members.
  • Data Analysis: Analyze manufacturing data to support decision making processes.
  • Time Management: Efficiently manage tasks to meet project deadlines.
  • Team Collaboration: Build and maintain stable working relationships with internal teams.
  • Technical Documentation: Accurately follow and utilize existing technical procedures and documentation.
  • Quality Control: Implement and adhere to quality assurance practices to maintain manufacturing standards.
  • Continuous Learning: Willingness to learn and adapt to new manufacturing technologies and methods.

Successful Candidates Typically Have:

  • 4year Bachelors BS OR 6 years experience

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).



Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $65,000 - $104,000

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