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Manufacturing Engineer

Mercury Marine · Fond du Lac, WI

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to dig into process data to figure out why something was going wrong. What did you look at and what did you find?

real experience with data-driven troubleshooting versus guessing

Tell me about a time you worked with people on the shop floor who had a lot more hands-on experience than you. How did you earn their trust?

humility and ability to build credibility with operators despite being early career

Tell me about a continuous improvement project you led or contributed to, even a small one, and what the actual measured result was.

whether they can point to a concrete outcome rather than just process participation

What interests you about working in a foundry environment specifically, given the heat, noise, and pace, and have you spent real time on a shop floor before?

honest self-awareness about fit for a physically demanding, fast-paced environment

Technical

Walk me through the aluminum casting process, from melt to finished part, and tell me where you think most quality problems tend to originate.

whether the candidate actually understands the foundry process end to end, not just textbook theory

How comfortable are you reading a casting print with GD&T callouts, and can you tell me about a time you caught a tolerance issue before it became a bigger problem?

actual print-reading fluency versus claimed familiarity

What do you know about PPAP, and have you ever been part of putting together validation documentation for a customer?

exposure to formal quality processes required for automotive-style customer approval

What CAD software have you used, and can you describe a project where you applied design for manufacturability thinking, even informally?

real DFM instinct, not just software checkbox familiarity

How would you go about setting up a way to track tool maintenance and part quality so problems get caught early instead of after the fact?

practical thinking about record-keeping systems that support troubleshooting

Tell me about how casting defects you might see, like porosity or shrinkage, would show up later in machining, leak testing, or paint, and why that connection matters.

understanding of how upstream casting quality ripples through downstream operations

Situational

Say you're looking at a family of castings and trim efficiency has been slipping for a few weeks. How would you go about figuring out what changed?

a structured troubleshooting approach and whether they'd talk to operators before jumping to conclusions

If tooling on your line was showing early signs of wear and the production schedule was tight, what would you do?

whether they'd balance short-term output pressure against long-term tool life and quality

Imagine a new casting program is launching and the tooling team wants a design change that you think will hurt downstream machining. How do you handle that conversation?

cross-functional communication skills and willingness to push back respectfully with data

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The full job description

As published by Mercury Marine.

Are you ready for what’s next?   Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.  Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality: Position Overview: As part of the talented Plant 17 Engineering team, you will play a hands-on, high-impact role in Mercury’s aluminum foundry, owning a dedicated family of castings from melt to finished part. This role is ideal for an engineer early in their career who wants to work directly on the shop floor, apply engineering fundamentals in a real manufacturing environment, and see your ideas turn into castings that meet and exceed customer expectations. You will partner closely with operators, tooling, quality, and downstream teams to improve processes, solve production challenges, and support new program launches in a fast-paced, high-volume foundry. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. Essential Functions: • Provide hands-on technical engineering support across the full metal casting process, from melt, cast, finishing to downstream operations. • Develop technical ownership as the subject matter expert for a defined family of castings • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving casting quality, extending tool life, increasing trimming and finishing efficiency, reducing cost, and improving safety. • Support new casting program launches by providing DFM input and collaborating with tooling, simulation, and project management teams. • Maintain tool maintenance and part quality records to support troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and long-term process stability. • Understand and improve how casting quality impacts downstream operations such as trimming, machining, leak testing, and painting. • Read and interpret casting and machining prints, tolerances, and CMM reports. • Serve as a key contributor to the PPAP process, supporting documentation, validation, and customer requirements. Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field • Recent graduates and candidates graduating in December 2026 are encouraged to apply • Experience with 3D CAD software • A team-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a foundry environment • Ability to analyze process data to identify issues, support troubleshooting, and drive improvement • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications including Teams, SharePoint, and Planner Preferred Qualifications: • Internship, co-op, capstone project, or 2-3 years of experience in a high-production manufacturing or metal casting environment • Exposure to metal casting, machining, manufacturing processes, or continuous improvement methodologies Working Conditions: • This position works in a Foundry environment The hiring range for this position is 62,800 – 90,500 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context. At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here. Why Brunswick: Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge.  As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people.  We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more .   In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards ! About Mercury Marine:   Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories; Land ’N’ Sea, BLA, Payne’s Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.  Next is Now!   We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com  for support.  Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942. All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers .  If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com . #Brunswick Corporation - Mercury Marine For more information about EEO laws, - click here Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify .

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