DSJ Global is hiring: Lead Manufacturing Engineer in Chattanooga

Industry: Heavy Machinery

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Job Title: Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

DSJ Global is currently partnered with a leading Manufacturer of Special Heavy Equipment. They are looking to bring on a couple of Advanced Manufacturing Engineers (AME) to support senior leadership's goals for profitability and growth by driving cost reduction and quality improvements. The role involves identifying and executing Value Analysis/Value Engineering opportunities, supporting General Managers with operational projects aligned with strategic plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through design for manufacturability, sourcing alternatives, and material optimization.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers in optimizing BOMs and work definitions in Oracle.
• Serve as the group's expert on Oracle, Industry 4.0, CAD, and shop floor software.
• Support the IS Capex process and standardize equipment, layouts, and best practices.
• Collaborate with leadership on process improvements, equipment standardization, and product rationalization.
• Contribute to 3-year planning for product, process, and capacity improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5-10 years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in fabrication and assembly across multiple sites.
• Expertise in metal-cutting, welding, assembly, and related processes.
• Strong knowledge of BOMs, routings, LEAN, and Kaizen.
• Experience with AutoCAD Inventor is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management skills.