IMI plc
We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Role Overview:
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for optimizing and improving manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role leads process-driven initiatives, supports new product transitions, manages capital projects, and ensures the successful implementation of engineering changes within production. The Manufacturing Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and maintain process stability.

Location: Onsite – Farmington, CT 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Process/Product Value Engineering (PPV) and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to improve cost, efficiency, and quality.
• Develop and maintain Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs) to identify and mitigate process risks.
• Perform cycle time studies and process verification to maintain BOM, Router, and Work Center accuracy.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with the NPD team to transition designs from prototype to full-scale production.
• Develop and validate new manufacturing processes to ensure seamless production launches.
• Design and implement tooling and fixtures for assembly and test processes.
• Lead and execute Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects for new or modified assembly/test equipment.
• Ensure manufacturing equipment and processes align with safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Serve as a key player in change management, qualifying process changes driven by product design updates.
• Work directly with Sustaining Engineering to ensure process modifications align with product changes.
• Conduct Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) activities to validate process and product changes before implementation.
• Act as a subject matter expert in supporting Quality investigations related to process performance.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes meet regulatory, safety, and compliance standards.
• Develop and update work instructions to standardize processes for operators and technicians.
• Provide technical training and guidance to operators and support staff on new or modified processes. 

Critical Competencies for Success
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, process engineering, or industrial engineering.
• Experience with process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ), Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in JDE, Autodesk Inventor, Vault, BOM, Routers, PPAP, and Work Instructions.
• Strong knowledge of tooling/fixture design, process optimization, and equipment commissioning.
• Experience executing CapEx projects and managing change control processes.

Additional Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Pay range: Minimum $75k – $85k

Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

What IMI Can Offer You
At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choices for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups 
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays 
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.  

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.