Manufacturing Engineering Trainee - January 2027

Manufacturing Engineering Trainee

Location: Simpsonville, SC; Greenville, SC; Belton, SC; Rogersville, TN; Asheville, NC; Marion, NC; Kansas City, MO

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Employment Type: Full Time

Industry: Manufacturing | Mechanical Power Transmission Components | Engineering Services

Job Function: Engineering | Process Improvement

Job Summary: The Manufacturing Engineering Trainee (MET) is an entry-level manufacturing engineering position tailored for high-potential future leaders of Dodge® Industrial. This program will follow a formal and structured rotational training and development program for 1-2 years. This role will include:

• Assigned daily mentorship from a technical and non-technical senior leader.
• Pre-assigned critical hands-on manufacturing projects that aim to eliminate cost and time and improve safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Tremendous exposure to all levels of Dodge leadership.
• Rotational opportunity for all Dodge manufacturing facilities and the North American Headquarters.
• In-depth training from all facets of the business (i.e., human resources, supply chain, finance, quality, etc.).

Required Qualifications:

• Engineering degree (mechanical, industrial, or related field).
• Experience/working knowledge of manufacturing processes through internship, co-op, or full-time employment.
• Must be currently authorized to work for Dodge Industrial in the United States (US).
• Strong analytical skills with an emphasis on critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem-solving.
• Attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborates well with others and is a good team player.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and decipher manufacturing drawings and procedures.
• Has worked in a metal-cutting work environment.
• Working knowledge of CNC equipment and programming.
• Gearing or bearing experience is a plus.
• Intermediate materials knowledge.
• Comfortable with and has the desire to work on a manufacturing shop floor.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside a collaborative, experienced leadership team.
• Be part of an industry leader with a strong brand reputation and an innovation-driven culture.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.