Manufacturing Engineer - San Antonio, Texas

Position Overview

JCB – the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment – has been innovating for 80 years across 22 plants on four continents. At JCB, our people are at the heart of our business and our commitment to customer needs drives us to deliver machines that perform in the toughest conditions. The Manufacturing Engineer will lead the specification, sourcing, and implementation of critical production equipment and infrastructure, ensuring efficient, safe, and scalable operations through collaboration with global teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Capital Equipment Procurement:
  • Specify, source, and procure major manufacturing systems including Andon systems, AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), assembly tooling, lifting devices, and overhead cranes.
  • Manage RFQs, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and technical evaluations.
• Factory Setup & Layout Design:
  • Collaborate on process flow design and detailed factory layout planning.
  • Ensure integration of equipment for optimal efficiency, safety, and throughput.
• Project Management:
  • Lead equipment projects from concept and justification through installation, commissioning, and handover to operations.
  • Manage timelines, budgets, and supplier performance while mitigating risks.
• Process Engineering:
  • Support the development of assembly line processes, material handling solutions, and ergonomically sound workstations.
  • Collaborate with design engineering, production, and maintenance during production trials to ensure new equipment meets operational requirements.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to introduce advanced manufacturing technologies and automation solutions.
  • Drive lean principles, including visual management and process optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related).
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing engineering with a strong focus on capital equipment procurement and project delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience specifying and commissioning factory equipment such as AGVs, tooling, lift assistant devices, and cranes.
• Knowledge of process flow, factory layout design, and industrial safety standards.
• Strong project management skills with experience delivering large-scale equipment projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent vendor management, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience in heavy equipment, automotive, or related manufacturing industry is highly desirable.