Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and drive excellence in our manufacturing processes. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead process improvements, optimize production efficiency, and ensure high-quality output across manufacturing operations. As a key contributor, you will collaborate cross-functionally to implement cutting-edge engineering solutions, utilize advanced CAD and automation tools, and foster continuous improvement initiatives that elevate our manufacturing standards. Your expertise will help shape the future of our manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity are always at the forefront.

Key Responsibilities

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, quality, efficiency and manufacturing performance.

Identify process inefficiencies, production bottlenecks and recurring quality issues, implementing sustainable corrective actions.

Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, variation and operational costs.

Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and structured problem-solving activities, using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys and fishbone analysis.

Develop, optimise and validate manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment and production methods.

Support New Product Introduction (NPI), managing the transition from prototype and development stages into production.

Work closely with design and product engineering teams to ensure products can be manufactured efficiently, consistently and to the required quality standards.

Use CAD tools to review designs, develop manufacturing solutions and support tooling, fixtures and process improvements.

Analyse manufacturing data, identify performance trends and implement data-driven improvements.

Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance and other engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve operational reliability.

Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions and standard operating procedures.

Support process standardisation, quality improvements and the implementation of best practices across manufacturing operations.

Skills and Experience

Previous experience in a Manufacturing Engineer or similar engineering role within a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Practical experience with Six Sigma tools and structured problem-solving techniques.

Demonstrable experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions.

Familiarity with the 8D problem-solving methodology.

Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), including the transition from prototype to production.

Proficiency with CAD software and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Experience improving manufacturing processes, reducing waste and improving product quality.

Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.

The ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production and quality teams.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a proactive, detail-oriented engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing problems and turning improvements into measurable results. You will be comfortable working on the production floor as well as collaborating with technical teams, and you will understand how to take an issue from initial investigation through to a sustainable solution.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $85,000–$100,000 per year, depending on experience and technical expertise.

If you have a background in manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement and new product introduction, apply now.

Pay: $85,100.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person