Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Troy - Kimber Mfg., Inc.

Description

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Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Troy, AL

Classification: Exempt

Grade: Salary

Department: MFG Engineering-Tool Room- CNC Applications

Reports To: Director of Manufacturing Engineering

Date: 02/10/2026

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SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead key manufacturing engineering initiatives that drive operational excellence, process efficiency, and product quality. This role is critical in supporting new product introductions, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring production readiness across all operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong project leadership, and a proactive commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

This individual will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing innovative manufacturing solutions, reducing costs, improving throughput, and enhancing overall production performance. Working cross-functionally with engineering, maintenance, quality, and production teams, the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will ensure seamless execution of manufacturing strategies that align with business objectives and support sustainable growth. Strong analytical skills, hands-on problem-solving, and the ability to mentor and share technical knowledge with team members are essential for success in this role.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and develop manufacturing processes, including proper sequencing of operations, to support the production of high-quality mechanical components and assemblies.
  
• Design and develop manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and gages using SolidWorks as the primary CAD system, applying best practices such as DFM, DFA, tolerance stack analysis, and cost-effective design principles. May include development of engineering and production test fixtures. Working knowledge of AutoCAD is beneficial.
  
• Create and maintain fully dimensioned 2D drawings linked to 3D models for all manufacturing operations. Apply strong GD&T knowledge to ensure design intent, manufacturability, and inspection requirements are clearly defined.
  
• Develop, manage, and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), including material selection, specifications, and raw material configurations to support manufacturing and procurement requirements.
  
• Ensure proper documentation and control of design revisions within the full Technical Data Package, including CAD models, drawings, BOMs, routings, and engineering masters.
  
• Lead and participate in cross-functional design and process reviews to ensure products and processes are optimized for manufacturability, quality, and cost. Support the development and execution of project timelines and deliverables.
  
• Provide technical leadership and support to cross-functional teams, including Applications Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production, to improve product flow from design release through finished goods.
  
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues on the production floor, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
  
• Evaluate, justify, and support implementation of capital equipment, automation, and new technologies to enhance manufacturing capability and efficiency.
  
• Generate purchase requisitions for tooling, fixtures, materials, and equipment required to support manufacturing processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff, sharing knowledge and best practices to strengthen overall engineering capability and organizational success.
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• N/A
  

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 8-10 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in high volume manufacturing environment.  Firearms experience is a plus.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of Manual Machining experience, surface grinders, Bridgeport, Heat Treatment, Wire & Sinker EDM.
  
• Strong desire to use and develop program solutions to automate CAD/CAM processes.
  
• Knowledge of CAD / CAM software. Solidworks & Mastercam preferred.
  
• Strong knowledge of GD&T.
  
• Must be organized and maintain accurate and neat records and files.
  
• Knowledge of common problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.
  
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems. Visual 908 2x system preferred.
  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:  

• Engineering Degree.
  
• 5+ years of mechanical drawing experience related to the design and development of complex mechanical mechanisms.
  

Preferred: 

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
  

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write, listen and follow instructions. Ability to read blueprints.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Competent in developing systematic solutions.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to develop product processes

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel will normally be less than 10% (training, equipment development, satellite facility support).

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, overtime before and after shifts and on weekends. Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of the job the employee works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

This position requires compliance with the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by all pertinent regulations and are required to show proof substantiating this upon being hired. xhmxlyz

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties and/or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of the Company.