Manufacturing Engineer

Lincotek, headquartered in Rubbiano, Parma, Italy, is a global contract manufacturer for services in markets including Industrial Gas Turbines, Aerospace and Medical Device applications, as well as a leading manufacturer of industrial coating equipment and one of the most respected producers in the Additive Manufacturing field. The Group has more than 1,800 employees located in 18 production facilities across Europe, North America and Asia.

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ABOUT THE JOB

The Manufacturing Engineer serves as the technical reference point for all production-related activities and phases throughout the product lifecycle. This role oversees and supports every critical stage of the manufacturing process — from initial design and development through industrialization, production optimization, and ongoing process improvement.

Operating within a highly specialized precision forging environment, the successful candidate will drive manufacturing efficiency by coordinating technical activities across the entire value chain (forging, finishing, and packaging), ensuring full compliance with process parameters, customer specifications, and industrial quality standards (ISO 13485).

The role also acts as the key technical interface between internal departments and external suppliers/partners, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to agreed quality standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Define manufacturing processes and product improvements in collaboration with Forging Shift Leaders, Finishing Coordinators, Designers, and Tooling teams
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and process parameter sheets required for production
• Manage product and process data within ERP systems (BOMs, routings, technical data, dimensions, images, scans, etc.)
• Act as the primary technical interface between internal departments and external suppliers for assigned components
• Support customer communication together with Project Managers to ensure alignment on timelines, costs, and technical requirements
• Collaborate with Quality Control and Quality Assurance teams to ensure product conformity and support validation activities
• Coordinate with Production Planning and Finishing teams to schedule prototyping activities and process improvement initiatives

Supervisory responsability

None

Requisiti:

Education & Experience

• Technical diploma or degree (Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, or Materials Engineering is considered a plus)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering within structured manufacturing environments
• Previous experience in forging or metal forming environments is highly preferred

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of forging, finishing, and machining processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience with CAD/design software (CATIA preferred)
• Basic metrology knowledge
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing data management
• Good English proficiency

Soft Skills

• Structured problem-solving mindset
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive approach and ability to anticipate critical issues
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

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Work enviroment

The role includes activities both in office and production environments and requires compliance with all company safety procedures and policies.

Physical demand

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

Position type/Expected hours of work

Full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with flexibility for overtime based on business needs.

Travel

Occasional overseas and domestic travel may be required to support the rapid growth of the company.

Lincotek provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.