Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer – 3D CAD Design

Job Location: Yonkers, NY

Hours/Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Salary/Pay Rate: $92,000–$102,000 per year, depending on experience

Job Type: Direct hire

Overview A established manufacturing company is looking for a skilled, hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to join its Production Engineering team. You will partner closely with the Production Engineering Manager to plan production, design the tooling and processes that keep the shop floor running, and turn ideas into precise drawings and CNC-ready files.

This is a long-term career opportunity, not a short-term stop. The company is looking for someone who wants to build a future here and grow with the organization, with real potential to move into a leadership role. If you enjoy working between the engineering desk and the shop floor and want to see your designs built, this role offers variety, ownership and a clear path forward.

Responsibilities Production Planning & Process Engineering

• Support the Production Engineering Manager across all aspects of production planning
• Analyze production specifications and plant capacity to determine the best manufacturing processes
• Plan, prepare and issue parts and material schedules coordinated with production sequences
• Plan and schedule the manufacture of jigs, fixtures and production aids, and develop procedures for building and modifying them
• Research, design, evaluate, install, operate and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes
• Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility and the need for modification
• Estimate costs and support bids and contract documents as needed [CONFIRM WITH CLIENT]

Design & Drafting

• Use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to develop production (shop) drawings
• Create and revise detail and assembly drawings, including multiview drawings of individual parts
• Create DXF files and complete CNC programs
• Maintain an organized file system for all production drawings

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in plant engineering or production planning
• Direct experience with production processes, manufacturing technologies and facility equipment, including machinery, overhead cranes, jigs, fixtures, rigging and production aids
• High skill level in SolidWorks and AutoCAD; able to create 2D/3D designs to run simulations, analyze and test
• Solid understanding of drafting techniques and engineering terminology
• Strong math skills, including statistical inference, plane and solid geometry, trigonometry and ratios; comfortable working in the metric system
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret written, oral, diagram and schedule-based instructions and solve practical problems where limited standardization exists
• Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Willingness to learn new graphic software to complete CAM programs for laser and turret punch machines
• Comfortable working directly on the factory shop floor
• Working knowledge of sheet metal fabrication equipment, such as press brake and shear, is a plus
• A desire for a long-term career with the company and interest in growing into leadership