Job Description
Job Overview:
Engineer the impossible. Deliver what others can’t.
The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer leads the charge in turning complex requirements into smart, scalable solutions. This role provides technical leadership and guidance to Engineering and Design teams, ensuring designs meet industry standards, code requirements, and customer expectations.
Working across Sales, Manufacturing, and cross-functional teams, you’ll drive collaboration, solve technical challenges, and help deliver high-quality products that perform in the real world. From concept to production, you’ll be a key player in making great ideas manufacturable, efficient, and customer-ready.
What Success Looks Like
- Design smarter using advanced engineering tools to develop high performance solutions that meet code and company standards.
- Serve as the technical expert supporting sales, manufacturing, installation, and customers through troubleshooting and problem solving.
- Lead product development and value engineering initiatives that improve cost, quality, and delivery performance.
- Solve real world challenges by providing job site and start up support that keeps projects moving forward.
- Take ownership of complex engineering assignments while coaching and developing junior engineers.
- Improve processes and procedures to increase speed, accuracy, and overall engineering performance.
- Drive projects from concept through production release while leading technical reviews every step of the way.
Qualifications That Shine
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field with 8–17 years of experience, Master’s Degree with 6–15 years of experience, or Associate Degree with 15+ years of experience.
- Deep technical expertise in core products, technologies, and industry standards.
- Epicor ERP experience preferred.
- 5+ years of Salvagnini applications experience.
- Proven ability to mentor, develop, and elevate engineering talent.
- Strong problem solver with the ability to independently tackle complex challenges.
- Experience leading cross functional initiatives and driving collaboration across teams.
- Demonstrated success improving processes, increasing efficiency, and executing project plans.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- You’ll Be Empowered – You’ll have autonomy in your role, supported by a team that trusts your judgment
- You’ll Grow With Us – We invest in your training, development, and long-term career path
- You’ll Be Rewarded – Competitive pay, performance incentives, 401(k) with profit sharing, and great benefits
- You’ll Make a Real Impact – Your work supports businesses across North America and shapes the future of finishing technology
- You’ll Join a Great Team – We’re growing fast, we value collaboration, and are committed to your success
Transparent Rewards
At GFS, we recognize the dedication behind every role and ensure that our compensation reflects both your impact and our shared success.
Pay Range: $90,116.33 – $113,440 per year, as applicable, based on your experience, skills, and qualifications.
Bonus Eligibility: This position is eligible for an annual individual incentive based on company performance. Maximum bonus amounts may vary depending on role.
Benefits: Eligible for standard company benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, and other employee programs. More detailed information is available at 2026 GFS Benefits.
Actual compensation will be determined by factors including experience, education, certifications, skill level, and market conditions. For remote or hybrid positions, the listed pay range applies to applicants in the specified location.
About GFS
Global Finishing Solutions is the leading manufacturer of paint booths and finishing systems serving automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, marine, military, rail, trucking, and wood finishing markets. We specialize in building custom solutions that meet each customer’s unique needs, and we do it with a team that thrives on collaboration and innovation because we're different.
What makes us different is our unwavering commitment to our core values of family, respect, partnership, improvement, and integrity. We are a family-oriented organization that still values the little things, creating a workplace where you can thrive, fairness guides every decision, and collaboration drives shared success. Small town in spirit but big-hearted in impact, here you’re not just joining a company, you’re joining a team that grows together, celebrates together, and builds lasting value together. That’s the difference. Join us.
Apply now at www.gfscareers.us
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GFS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Veterans, women, and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
