Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. This role works closely with production, quality, maintenance, and design engineering teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, and production methods.
• Evaluate production workflows and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Support new product introductions by developing manufacturing plans, tooling requirements, and production procedures.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for quality, productivity, and cost improvements.
• Create and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), routing instructions, and manufacturing specifications.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure products are designed for manufacturability (DFM).
• Troubleshoot production issues and lead root cause analysis to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Develop and implement tooling, fixtures, and equipment improvements.
• Support capital equipment selection, installation, and validation.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production systems, and process optimization.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Inventor.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in metal fabrication, industrial equipment manufacturing, or custom engineered products.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.
• Experience with welding, machining, assembly, and fabrication processes.
• Knowledge of automation, robotics, and process control systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems.