Manufacturing Engineer
Charlotte, VT - USA
Job Summary
About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control air quality and transportation we improve lives empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902 we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information visit or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
Manufacturing Engineer
At Carrier we make modern life possible by delivering groundbreaking systems and services that help buildings homes and the cold chain become healthier safe sustainable and intelligent. Our global team of dedicated employees continues to set industry standards by pursuing the latest research and developments to improve the lives of our customers. Were constantly growing seeking out talented like-minded people who are committed to our primary duty: to be the worlds first choice in HVAC and refrigeration.
About this role
This position is responsible for designing implementing and sustaining manufacturing processes with emphasis on automation and controls systems. This role plays a critical part in equipment ramp-up debugging and performance stabilization to achieve safety quality delivery and cost targets. The position requires hands-on technical expertise strong problem-solving capability and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
This role is variable shift.
Shift Information:
- Primary Shift: To be determined. During the hiring process the team will assign either 1st or 2nd shift as your primary schedule based on your experience and departmental needs.
- Flexibility: Candidates must be willing to intermittently transition to the opposite shift on a temporary basis to provide coverage for vacations or special projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support installation commissioning and ramp-up of manufacturing equipment.
- Drive structured startup plans to achieve rate yield and uptime targets.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues during launch ensuring rapid stabilization of processes.
- Develop modify and maintain PLC programs (e.g. ladder logic structured text) for manufacturing equipment.
- Configure and support HMIs sensors vision systems robotics and industrial networks.
- Ensure controls architecture aligns with safety standards and company specifications.
- Lead technical debugging of equipment and process failures using structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Analyze machine data and control logic to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions.
- Reduce downtime and improve mean time to repair (MTTR).
- Improve cycle time throughput and labor efficiency through process automation and controls enhancements.
- Identify and implement opportunities for error-proofing (poka-yoke) and process standardization.
- Support Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement events.
- Provide daily support for manufacturing operations equipment process and data issues.
- Partner with operations maintenance and quality teams to sustain performance and drive accountability.
- Develop standard work troubleshooting guides and training materials for operators and technicians.
- Maintain accurate documentation including electrical schematics PLC code backups and change logs.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations (e.g. lockout/tagout machine safety standards).
- Support audits and ensure adherence to internal engineering standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in engineering or technology
- 2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or controls and automation experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP Profinet Modbus etc.).
- Familiarity with MES integration and data collection systems.
- Exposure to Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $64500.00 - $129500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include but are not limited to skills education experience and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.Other Compensation
Thisposition may be entitled to short-term cash incentives subject to plan requirements.Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits including:
Health Care Benefits: Medical Dental Vision; Wellness incentives
Retirement Benefits
Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days up to 15 days; paid sick days up to 5 days; paid personal leave up to 5 days; paid holidays up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering please click here Work with us Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process participate in an interview or otherwise engage in the hiring process please contact us at . We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days fromJobPosting Date: 7 May 2026Job Applicants Privacy Notice
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Use of AI
Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process with oversight by people.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
As the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions, Carrier Global Corporation is committed to making the world safer, sustainable and more comfortable for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies a ... View more