Terex

Manufacturing Engineer

US-AL Birmingham Full time

Job Description:

Join our Team: Manufacturing Engineer
Birmingham, AL

Join our team at Terex Utilities and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the Terex team in Birmingham, AL.

At Terex we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you are the front line of defense against production issues. Understanding the process and always looking for ways to improve it will drive these issues out of production. This position requires the interpretation and conversion of CAD drawings, BOM, and routings into manufacturing processes required to build utility equipment. You will provide fabrication and assembly process support to the fabricators, welders, and assemblers of the utility equipment.

What you’ll do

  • Prioritize multiple requests from many teams - ensure projects are aligned with companies’ objectives and goals. Directly support the production area you are focusing on.
  • Use analytical tools to provide facts and data analysis to ensure success of improvements.
  • Analyze workforce utilization, layouts, flow charges, value streams, and schedules to determine efficiency improvements.
  • Support small scale Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost projects in assigned production area and possibly other areas.
  • Teach, develop, document, update, and improve work processes.
  • Understand and support Terex Lean principles.
  • Work independently and within a team.
  • Communicate effectively as a technical leader.
  • Understand the tools and techniques used to build the product in your assigned area.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at once.
  • Offer design improvement techniques, fixtures, jigs, and other manufacturing aids.

What you’ll bring

  • 4-Year Engineering Degree (Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical preferred) or equivalent experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to details (focus on safety, quality, delivery, cost, team morale)
  • Problem-solving ability and mechanical aptitude
  • Proficiency in CAD software (DraftSight, SolidWorks)
  • General knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations
  • Lean knowledge

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes (welding, fab, laser, hydraulics, etc.)
  • CNC programming
  • Welding certifications
  • 3P experience
  • Lean Certifications
  • Experience with AI tools (e.g., CoPilot, Chat GPT)

Why Join Us

  • We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose.
  • Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
  • Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
  • We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
  • We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
  • Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.
  • We offer competitive salaries, health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.
  • For more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link - Careers | Terex Corporate

The compensation range for this position is $70,000-85,000 USD annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

This above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the role.




If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization, and offer complementary digital solutions, designed to help our customers maximize their return on their investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.  We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce.  Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.  Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members.  To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.  You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.