Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves troubleshooting and resolving complex manufacturing issues, driving strategic process improvements using Lean methodologies, and developing long-term manufacturing strategies. The successful candidate will oversee the design and validation of tooling, fixtures, and automation systems, manage cross-functional projects, and serve as a technical authority during new product development.

Responsibilities Include

+ Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing issues impacting production efficiency and quality.

+ Drive strategic process improvements to optimize throughput and reduce waste.

+ Develop and implement long-term manufacturing strategies.

+ Oversee design and validation of tooling, fixtures, and automation systems to support high-volume, low-defect production.

+ Manage cross-functional projects involving R&D, quality assurance, and operations.

+ Establish and maintain process control systems, including statistical process control (SPC) and failure mode analysis.

+ Mentor and provide technical guidance to Manufacturing Engineers and production teams.

+ Evaluate and select manufacturing technologies and equipment to improve scalability and competitiveness.

+ Collaborate with suppliers and vendors on technical specifications, qualification, and continuous improvement of materials.

+ Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards across all manufacturing operations.

+ Develop and maintain documentation for processes, tooling, and equipment.

+ Lead cost-reduction initiatives through design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and process optimization.

+ Serve as technical authority for manufacturing during new product development.

Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering

+ 3+ years experience of Manufacturing / Process engineering.

+ Solid Works design experience.

+ Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot production processes and equipment.

+ Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principals and knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, material properties, PLC's, electro-mechanical systems, and heat transfer.

+ Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles (SMED, Line Balancing, Single piece flow) and root cause analysis tools (5-why, 8D).

Nice to Have

+ Leadership of cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives and major capital projects.

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Experience with composites and adhesives.

+ ERP/MES integration experience for routings, BOMs, serialization/traceability, and shop-floor data capture.

+ Advanced statistical and data tool knowledge, including DOE (screening/optimization) and reliability analysis.

+ Proficiency with data analysis and reporting.

+ Regulatory/quality fluency: ISO 9001/AS9100 systems, ITAR/EAR, document control/change management, and QCP alignment for configuration-controlled products.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $46.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  - Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)  - Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

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