Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer
Your mission as a Manufacturing Engineer is to support and continuously improve manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and operational efficiency. In this role, you will develop, document, and optimize production processes while supporting manufacturing teams in achieving operational targets. With a strong focus on compressor products and compressor systems, you will drive process improvements, enhance workflow efficiency, and contribute to reliable, high-quality production performance.
Key Responsibilities
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- Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing processes and work instructions for compressor systems.
- Support assembly, testing, and validation activities for compressor systems in accordance with quality and performance requirements.
- Improve production efficiency by applying lean manufacturing principles (e.g., JIT, Kanban).
- Design and optimize production line layouts and assembly flows for compressor packages and sub-assemblies.
- Analyze labor standards, cycle times, and capacity requirements for compressor system production lines.
- Measure and optimize assembly times and analyze processing stages across production areas to ensure balanced workflows.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Sourcing, and Production teams to support both standard and customized products.
- Ensure Bill of Materials (BOM), routings, and specifications align with manufacturing capabilities and quality standards.
- Support the introduction of new compressor systems, design updates, equipment, and process improvements.
- Identify manufacturing risks and non-conformities, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Drive digitalization, traceability, and data-driven manufacturing improvements.
- Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental requirements.
To succeed, you will need
We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering, preferably within compressor, rotating equipment, or industrial machinery environments.
- Experience with or working knowledge of compressor systems or similar industrial equipment is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and production system design.
- Experience developing and maintaining production documentation, standard work routines, and process optimization initiatives.
Skills & Competencies
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- Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and technical specifications.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, as well as manufacturing documentation tools.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing and shop-floor environment.
In return, we offer
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Attractive benefits Include:
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- Comprehensive flexible benefits plan including medical, dental, vision and disability insurance to ensure you and family are well protected. Designed to support your health, financial security and personal development.
- Generous 401 (k) retirement plan match in addition to an automatic contribution.
- A paid time off package that includes sick time, vacation, fixed holidays, floating holiday, supporting work-life balance and personal well-being.
- Life & Disability insurance.
- Access to tuition reimbursement programs enabling you to pursue job-related courses or higher education degrees, fostering continual growth and career development within Atlas Copco.
- Paid training
- Excellent paternal, adoption, and maternal leave.
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Job Location
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Rock Hill South Carolina, South Carolina, United States (US). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.
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Atlas Copco Compressors LLC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Atlas Copco Compressors LLC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. All Atlas Copco Compressors LLC employees, other workers and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.