Engineer, Manufacturing
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 10, 2026. Wastequip scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job Description:
Manufacturing Engineer
Wastequip has an immediate opening for a Manufacturing Engineer. This position is for our Tyler, TX location. The Manufacturing Engineer will develop, design and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes using methods, jigs, fixtures, racking, conveyors etc. in accordance with product specifications, quality standards, and safety standards. They use accepted engineering methods to show adherence to design requirements and safety standards. They also recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls and coordinate the manufacturing launch for new or revised equipment
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Designs, tests and implements new equipment, processes and systems related to but not limited to production flow and product conveyance, assembly methods, raw material handling, safety equipment.
- Creates assembly and parts drawings, bills of materials, project/equipment budgets and work instructions for new equipment and processes.
- Liaise with management, operations, suppliers and contractors to facilitate the implementation of manufacturing engineering projects and equipment.
- Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment for operations and maintenance purposes.
- Assist engineering technician with building and assembly of new designs and equipment.
- Assist in the installation & implementation of new designs and equipment.
- Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised projects, including establishing project goals, training team members/operators, and evaluating/organizing results.
- Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and efficiency improvement.
- Represents manufacturing on cross-functional teams and provide support via design and/or implementation.
- Performs other manufacturing engineering duties related to welding, painting and fabrication operations.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job of Manufacturing Engineer at Wastequip.
Travel may be required up to 25%
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required. (Industrial, Mechanical or Mechanical Technology Preferred)
- Minimum 2-year experience in manufacturing engineering required.
- Must have working experience with 3D CAD, Autodesk Inventor is Preferred.
- Must possess technical, problem-solving skills
- Experience working in a welding environment is preferred
- Previous automation experience/exposure is preferred but not required.
- Experience with programming and troubleshooting PLC’s is preferred but not required
- Must be teamwork oriented.
- Possess excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Must possess an attitude of safety in all aspects of the job
- Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and power tools is required.
- Ability to weld is preferred but not required.
- Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work in proximity to loud equipment.
- Must be able to moves/lift items weighing up to 50lbs.
- Must be able to safely climb ladders while carrying up to 40 pounds.
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment regularly as needed.
Company Benefits:
- 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up
Medical Plans
- Prescription (Rx) Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- Company Paid Base Life Insurance
- Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Company Paid Disability Insurance
- Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
- Paid Grandparent Leave
- Paid Bonding Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
About Wastequip
Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider - from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.
While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing - building a brighter future for all.