Jacob Fritz
About Jacob Fritz
Jacob Fritz is a Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Allison Transmission, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in manufacturing engineering, having held various roles at Allison Transmission and other companies in the Indianapolis area.
Current Role as Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Jacob Fritz currently holds the position of Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Allison Transmission, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, he oversees engineering processes and initiatives aimed at enhancing manufacturing efficiency and product quality. His experience in this role builds on his extensive background in manufacturing engineering, allowing him to contribute effectively to the company's operational goals.
Experience at Allison Transmission
Jacob Fritz has a significant tenure at Allison Transmission, having worked in various roles since 2013. He served as a Production Supervisor from 2013 to 2018, followed by a position as Manufacturing Engineer from 2018 to 2021. He briefly held the title of Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor for seven months in 2020. His diverse experience within the company has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes and team management.
Educational Background in Engineering and Economics
Jacob Fritz earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Butler University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2011. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis during the same period. This dual educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both engineering principles and economic analysis, which supports his work in manufacturing engineering.
Previous Engineering Roles and Internships
Before his current role, Jacob Fritz gained valuable experience in various engineering positions. He worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at EnerDel from 2012 to 2013 and briefly as a Product Engineer in 2013. His internship experiences include roles at Comlux Aviation AG, Rolls-Royce North America, and Gardner Denver, where he developed practical skills in engineering and manufacturing processes.