Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

INNOVATE without boundaries!At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success.

We are an inclusive workplace that encourages diversity of thought, experience, and background to solve complex problems as one team. Every employee is encouraged to continuously improve and grow, and it is a top priority for managers to develop their teams, making a wide range of internal development opportunities available to all employees.

We are One Team, overcoming obstacles together and celebrating together. Come be part of a winning team that feels like family.

Your Role on Our Team:

The Sr. Advanced Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for owning complex manufacturing systems and processes endtoend, drive sustainable improvements, and act as a technical and cultural leader across Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance.

You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Lead process development, line readiness, DOE validation, QBs, and production ramps of new complex equipment and technology.
• Ensure site Engineering and Operations resources are fully integrated during line install, development, and startup.
• Ensure tooling, equipment, work instructions, and controls are robust, standardized, and productionready.
• Act as the manufacturing voice in early design and risk discussions to prevent latestage surprises.
• Conduct time studies, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to improve cycle time, labor efficiency, and overall process flow.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to improve PM schedules and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Lead highly complex root cause investigations for chronic downtime, yield loss, and quality escapes.
• Provide daily floor support to troubleshoot process, tooling, and equipment issues.
• Utilize key process indicators to improve safety, efficiency, quality, and uptime of production equipment.
• Ensure communication of process changes and updates across shifts and plant personnel.
• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement projects as necessary.
• Mentor Manufacturing Engineers I/II and technicians.
• Contribute to team effort by performing related tasks as needed to assist in overall business goals.
• Responsible for the completion of assigned manufacturing projects; identify potential project risks and issues and implement proactive measures to ensure project milestones and objectives are met.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, actively challenging the status quo to deliver optimal solutions for the business.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and corporate standards.

The TOOLS you'll bring with you:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 10 years Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related experience required
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, stamping, assembly, coating, automation)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with CAD and data analysis tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Excel)
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and structured problem solving
• Advanced computer knowledge and skills in MS Office/Project and Solidworks/AutoCAD/NX

Other TOOLS we prefer you to have:

• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
• PLCs, robotics, or automated systems experience
• Hands-on experience with tooling design or process validation

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• 25% Travel
• The employee may be required to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Prolonged standing of eight or more hours a day
• Frequent walking
• Occasional bending, crouching, twisting, and reaching
• Employees may be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in certain work cells