Manufacturing Engineer – CAD & Technical Drawings

Manufacturing Engineer – CAD & Technical Drawings

North East Fasteners Corporation | Terryville, CT

Salary: $75,000–$85,000 per year (Full-Time)
Part-Time Opportunities Available | Minimum 25 Hours/Week
Flexible Schedule | 4-Day or 5-Day Workweek
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time | On-Site

Experienced Engineer Looking for a Flexible Schedule? We'd Like to Meet You.

North East Fasteners Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support our aerospace, military, and commercial fastener manufacturing operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer or experienced manufacturing professional who enjoys working with CAD, technical drawings, military and aerospace specifications, and solving manufacturing problems.

We offer flexible scheduling, including part-time opportunities for qualified candidates.

Whether you're looking for a full-time engineering position or a reduced workweek that allows you to continue using your technical expertise, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

You'll work closely with our Sales, Production, and Quality teams to ensure technical information is accurate, organized, and ready for manufacturing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and manufacturing specifications
• Verify drawing revisions, customer requirements, and technical specifications for new orders
• Create and modify CAD drawings for tooling, machine components, and manufacturing applications
• Maintain engineering drawings, specifications, and revision-controlled documentation
• Research and maintain current military and aerospace specifications, including COTS hardware requirements
• Identify drawing discrepancies, specification conflicts, and potential manufacturing issues
• Provide technical support to Sales, Production, and Quality
• Assist with quotation reviews and technical questions from customers
• Support engineering documentation improvements and special manufacturing projects

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is technically knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, tooling, quality engineering, or a related technical field
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications
• Experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks or a similar program
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, tolerances, and technical documentation
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to research and interpret technical specifications
• Comfortable working independently and communicating with multiple departments
• Aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing experience is a plus

A traditional engineering career path is not required. We value practical manufacturing experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated ability.

Experienced engineers, manufacturing professionals, and individuals seeking to transition into a reduced work schedule are encouraged to apply.

Flexible Scheduling – Full-Time or Part-Time

We understand that experienced professionals may value flexibility.

Depending on the candidate and the needs of the position, we can offer:

• Full-Time: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Full-Time: Monday–Thursday, 10-hour shifts
• Part-Time: Minimum 25 hours per week, with scheduling flexibility

This position may be particularly appealing to experienced engineers who want to remain active in manufacturing while working fewer hours.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-Time Salary: $75,000–$85,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Part-time compensation will be prorated based on the agreed schedule, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Full-time benefits include:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• $25,000 company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Additional company-sponsored benefits and employee programs

Part-time benefit eligibility may be available depending on the employment arrangement and hours worked.

Why Join North East Fasteners?

North East Fasteners is an established American manufacturer of precision fasteners serving demanding aerospace, military, and commercial applications.

We offer:

• Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
• Competitive compensation
• Stable, long-term employment
• A clean, organized manufacturing environment
• The opportunity to apply your engineering experience without managing a large team
• Direct involvement with manufacturing, tooling, technical drawings, and quality
• A collaborative environment where your experience and technical knowledge are valued
• Meaningful work supporting precision manufacturing in the United States

This is a hands-on technical support role for someone who enjoys the details of engineering and manufacturing.

Apply Today

If you have experience with manufacturing engineering, CAD, technical drawings, or aerospace and military specifications, we'd like to speak with you.

Whether you're seeking a full-time position or a flexible part-time opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

North East Fasteners Corporation
Terryville, Connecticut
www.nef1.com

North East Fasteners Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• CAD System: 1 year (Preferred)
• Interpreting Engineering Drawings and Specifications: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person