Manufacturing Engineer

Function

Respond to customer solicitations and provide the manufacturing and production control departments with all necessary documentation and information needed to efficiently complete the requirements of a customer contract.

• Cost reduction and improved efficiency.
• Improved manufacturing processes and quality for current and future projects.
• Stabilizes work force through accurate labor estimates and provides information related to cash‑flow requirements.

• Review and respond to request for quotes to improve overall quality, productivity and understanding of customer requirements.
• Create routers for tools and cost‑effective routing through the shop, identifying ways for expediting product where possible.
• Provide technical assistance to supervision and machinists with questions pertaining to the manufacturing process.
• Identify fixturing and special tooling needs as required.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, mechanical or manufacturing engineering required.
• Must be a US citizen.

• Minimum five years of experience with large turning, multi‑axis milling, fabrication and assembly operations and machine tool applications required.
• Exceptional problem solving, troubleshooting skills, attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to work with people at levels of the organization.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading is required.

• Demonstrates a highly cooperative demeanor with other employees and willingly takes the initiative to help others succeed.
• Develop effective relationships with employees of all departments.
• Willing to share knowledge with those individuals who are responsible for producing parts that conform to the customer’s requirements.

• Works in a combination of office settings for engineering‑based work, and production floor environments for process implementation and troubleshooting.
• Regular presence required in machine shops, fabrication areas, and assembly facilities to observe operations, collect data, and implement process improvements.
• Exposure to industrial environments including machine oils, coolants, welding fumes, and moderate to high noise levels during floor activities.
• Office work involves CAD systems, ERP software, and technical documentation review.
• Position requires collaboration across multiple departments and direct interaction with production personnel.