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INTRODUCTION
The Manufacturing Engineer I is responsible for helping to drive cost reduction activities through process improvements to directly impact the overall performance objectives for the company and compliance to AS9100 and NADCAP requirements and/or division. This position significantly impacts Regal Rexnord’s ability in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, and is located onsite at our facility in Simi Valley, CA.
What you will do:
- Collaborate with the Engineering, Quality, Operations, Planning, Purchasing and Marketing Team to ensure we deliver a successful project, on time, at acceptable revenues, with zero quality defects.
- Maintain ownership of process development activities and Engineering projects across all functional lines and operating sites.
- Manage projects tightly to detailed master program schedules and milestones. Coordinate schedule compliance for all deliverables. Manage impact of material and delivery schedules to the operational aspects of the business.
- Participate in RBS events (the company’s operating management system based on the Toyota Production System and the Strategy Deployment Process - advanced Hoshin Planning methodology).
- Develop, improve and maintain processes.
- Create and maintain process definition packages, procedures, engineering standards, tooling, and work instructions. Support development of process validation packages.
- Lead in Identifying & driving continuous improvement opportunities within the facilities and at our supplier’s locations.
- Serve as technical expert and lead technical discussions with stakeholders regarding manufacturing of Rexnord Aerospace products to provide/improve customer satisfaction.
- Contribute to the breakthrough process development.
- Reduce scrap and non-conformances by eliminating waste and variation in all forms.
- Optimize productivity through efficient, ergonomic and safe workstation and process designs.
Required Education and Experience
- Requires Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degrees
- 1+ years of Engineering Work Experience in the field of manufacturing in a CNC machining and grinding environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
- General working knowledge of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools (including SPC, GR&R, DOE, FMEA, Control Plans, DMAIC, FAI, Cost of Quality).
- Strong customer service orientation/ high level of interpersonal skills.
- Capable of working and leading within a team structure.
- Detail oriented and self-motivated.
- Good writing/administrative skills, including computer skills.
- Working knowledge of engineering part drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Experience in root cause analysis and formal problem-solving techniques.
- Demonstrated success in the ability to consistently multitask.
- Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management.
- Capable of occasional travel to customers and other plants.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Working knowledge of 3D Solid Modeling software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, CREO, and/or CATIA.
- Previous experience with bearings and/or mechanical assemblies.
- Six Sigma Green Belt.
- Background in Inspection methods and tools.
- Experience working in a lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment.
- "Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a "U.S. Person", which includes U.S. Citizens, US Nationals, US Permanent Residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States." Or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.
Salary
$60,000 - $90,000
Several factors are considered when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role responsibilities, candidate’s work experience, skills and education.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Paid Leaves
- Tuition Assistance
About Regal Rexnord
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.
Notification to Agencies
Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

INTRODUCTION
The Manufacturing Engineer I is responsible for helping to drive cost reduction activities through process improvements to directly impact the overall performance objectives for the company and compliance to AS9100 and NADCAP requirements and/or division. This position significantly impacts Regal Rexnord’s ability in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, and is located onsite at our facility in Simi Valley, CA.
What you will do:
- Collaborate with the Engineering, Quality, Operations, Planning, Purchasing and Marketing Team to ensure we deliver a successful project, on time, at acceptable revenues, with zero quality defects.
- Maintain ownership of process development activities and Engineering projects across all functional lines and operating sites.
- Manage projects tightly to detailed master program schedules and milestones. Coordinate schedule compliance for all deliverables. Manage impact of material and delivery schedules to the operational aspects of the business.
- Participate in RBS events (the company’s operating management system based on the Toyota Production System and the Strategy Deployment Process - advanced Hoshin Planning methodology).
- Develop, improve and maintain processes.
- Create and maintain process definition packages, procedures, engineering standards, tooling, and work instructions. Support development of process validation packages.
- Lead in Identifying & driving continuous improvement opportunities within the facilities and at our supplier’s locations.
- Serve as technical expert and lead technical discussions with stakeholders regarding manufacturing of Rexnord Aerospace products to provide/improve customer satisfaction.
- Contribute to the breakthrough process development.
- Reduce scrap and non-conformances by eliminating waste and variation in all forms.
- Optimize productivity through efficient, ergonomic and safe workstation and process designs.
Required Education and Experience
- Requires Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degrees
- 1+ years of Engineering Work Experience in the field of manufacturing in a CNC machining and grinding environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
- General working knowledge of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools (including SPC, GR&R, DOE, FMEA, Control Plans, DMAIC, FAI, Cost of Quality).
- Strong customer service orientation/ high level of interpersonal skills.
- Capable of working and leading within a team structure.
- Detail oriented and self-motivated.
- Good writing/administrative skills, including computer skills.
- Working knowledge of engineering part drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Experience in root cause analysis and formal problem-solving techniques.
- Demonstrated success in the ability to consistently multitask.
- Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management.
- Capable of occasional travel to customers and other plants.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Working knowledge of 3D Solid Modeling software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, CREO, and/or CATIA.
- Previous experience with bearings and/or mechanical assemblies.
- Six Sigma Green Belt.
- Background in Inspection methods and tools.
- Experience working in a lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment.
- "Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a "U.S. Person", which includes U.S. Citizens, US Nationals, US Permanent Residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States." Or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.
Salary
$60,000 - $90,000
Several factors are considered when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role responsibilities, candidate’s work experience, skills and education.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Paid Leaves
- Tuition Assistance
About Regal Rexnord
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.
Notification to Agencies
Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
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Which manufacturing companies sponsor visas in California?
Major California manufacturing sponsors include Tesla (automotive/energy), Apple (consumer electronics), SpaceX (aerospace), Northrop Grumman (defense), Intel (semiconductors), and Chevron (energy equipment). The Bay Area hosts tech manufacturers while Los Angeles focuses on aerospace and defense contractors. Many of these companies regularly file H-1B petitions for engineering and technical manufacturing positions.
What visa types are most common for manufacturing jobs in California?
H-1B visas dominate for engineering roles (mechanical, electrical, software), while L-1 visas serve international manufacturers transferring employees to California operations. O-1 visas apply to senior engineers with specialized expertise in aerospace or semiconductor design. TN visas work for Canadian and Mexican engineers, and E-3 visas serve Australian nationals in qualifying engineering positions.
Which California cities have the most manufacturing visa sponsorship opportunities?
San Jose and the broader Bay Area lead with semiconductor and tech manufacturing sponsors. Los Angeles and Long Beach focus on aerospace and defense manufacturing. Fremont hosts Tesla's main manufacturing facility. Orange County concentrates aerospace and medical device manufacturers, while San Diego offers biotech and defense manufacturing opportunities with companies like General Atomics.
How to find manufacturing visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Use Migrate Mate to browse manufacturing positions from verified California sponsors, filtering by visa type and location. Target companies with established sponsorship history like major aerospace firms, semiconductor manufacturers, and automotive companies. Focus applications on engineering roles, as these qualify most easily for H-1B specialty occupation requirements in manufacturing settings.
What should international candidates know about California manufacturing sponsorship?
California's high prevailing wages strengthen H-1B applications, especially in Bay Area tech manufacturing. The state's STEM university pipeline creates competition but also demonstrates employer willingness to sponsor international talent. Many California manufacturers participate in defense contracts requiring security clearances, which can limit opportunities for non-citizens in certain specialized roles.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored manufacturing jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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