What We Need
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, responsible for leading operational readiness activities throughout the product development lifecycle. This role plays a critical part in shaping product designs to ensure manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, quality, and efficient assembly—while meeting all technical and functional requirements.
This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams from early concept planning through to production launch. While the primary focus is on introducing new products into manufacturing, this position may also support ongoing improvements and sustaining engineering efforts. The role involves developing robust, lean production processes and coordinating with site manufacturing engineers to establish efficient and scalable manufacturing operations.
What You'll Be Doing
- Serve as the lead manufacturing engineer on product introduction projects from initial planning to launch
- Actively participate as a core member of cross-functional development teams
- Facilitate communication between R&D and manufacturing sites to ensure alignment on production requirements
- Collaborate with manufacturing sites to define operational needs including capacity, floor space, equipment, and capital investments
- Design and implement lean manufacturing processes using tools such as single-piece flow, standard work, kanban, and playbooks
- Develop advanced production methods that ensure consistent process capability, repeatability, and reproducibility
- Lead and conduct Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs) to proactively address potential process risks
- Establish robust process controls and integrate poka-yoke (mistake-proofing) strategies to improve quality and efficiency
- Manage broad-scope engineering assignments independently, using sound judgment and effective project planning
- Travel up to 5–10% as required
What You Will Need To Be Successful
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally within narrow web converting (e.g., slitting, winding, flexographic or inkjet printing)
- Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle from a manufacturing or design engineering perspective
- Familiarity with quality systems and manufacturing standards
- Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and Bills of Materials
- Ability to work autonomously and manage tasks within defined responsibilities
- Experience with process capability studies, planning, and implementation of manufacturing improvements
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to collaborate across functional teams
- Solid project and task management capabilities including prioritization, organization, documentation, and decision-making
About Us
Who we are:
Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.
We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2024, Brady employed approximately 5,700 people worldwide. Our fiscal 2024 sales were approximately $1.34 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.
Why Work At Brady
A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.
Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.
Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.
Our Benefits
- Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
- Generous 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
- Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
- Education reimbursement opportunities
- Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
- A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
- Dress-for-your-day dress code
- Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program
