Manufacturing Engineer II

Date: Nov 12, 2026

Location: Auburn, AL, US, 36830

Company: Briggs & Stratton

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As a Manufacturing Engineer II your goal is to perform manufacturing engineering tasks under moderate guidance that are varied and moderately difficult, which require troubleshooting and interpreting data.  Implements new test methods or manufacturing processes for the purpose of reducing costs and improving efficiency. 

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You will do this by:

  • Performing a variety of manufacturing engineering assignments to implement production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in a cost efficient manner

  • Providing liaison support between the engineering department and manufacturing

  • Recommending improvements and/or modifications for sequence of operations, equipment utilization and related matters

  • Monitoring assigned operations to assure compliance with current project schedules and approved quality standards

  • Providing input regarding the purchase or building of new equipment or modernization of existing production/processing equipment

  • Working with customers and/or suppliers to determine application requirements

  • Evaluating current technologies for cost reduction and for product and production improvement; check and approve drawings/designs, standard work as well as develop new systems

  • Coordinating the installation of new tools, fixtures, and equipment into the facility.

  • Monitoring and supporting facility metrics for safety, quality, delivery and cost

  • Performing other duties and assigned

Travel Requirement:

Up to 25%

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. 

 

You are the kind of person who is/has:

  • Analytical and detail-oriented, with a strong ability to interpret technical data and troubleshoot complex manufacturing processes.

  • Problem-solver and adaptable, capable of implementing new test methods and improving operational efficiency under moderate guidance.

  • Collaborative and team-oriented, providing effective liaison support between the engineering department, manufacturing, and external suppliers or customers.

  • Proactive and driven, continuously evaluating technologies for cost reduction and product improvement.

  • Strong communicator, able to coordinate the installation of new tools and equipment while supporting facility safety and quality metrics.

 

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

  • Three years of engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment required.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of engineering concepts, practices and procedures engineering standards and systems

  • Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing production/cell development

  • Ability to operate a computer aided drawing software package to support model & print modifications and development.

  • Ability to plan and coordinate activities and projects

  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with and motivate a diverse group of people

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Billy Goat®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

 


Nearest Major Market: Auburn
Nearest Secondary Market: Opelika

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