Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing methods, processes, and systems that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. This position partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and HSE teams to support both custom and standard product lines. The role provides technical leadership in manufacturing process development, product support, fixture/tooling design, lean manufacturing initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

The Manufacturing Engineer independently manages projects, drives process improvements, and supports operational excellence.

• Review RFQs, customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Develop accurate cost estimates, routings, labor standards, and material requirements.
• Prepare quotations and support pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal departments to obtain lead times and costing information.
• Create and maintain BOMs, routers, and ERP data.
• Evaluate manufacturability and provide recommendations for design improvements and cost reductions.
• Develop manufacturing processes, work instructions, and tooling requirements.
• Support new product introduction, ECNs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production issues and implement corrective actions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Support capacity planning and process optimization activities.
• Provide technical support to Operations, Purchasing, Quality, and Sales.
• Participate in root cause analysis, Lean manufacturing, and cost reduction projects.
• Ensure compliance with company safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports and maintain engineering and quotation documentation.

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering, estimating, or quotation experience.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of machining, assembly, and manufacturing processes preferred.

• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, product development, process engineering, or a related engineering role within a manufacturing environment.

FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line.

We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever‑changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non‑discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.

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