Manufacturing Engineer

Our manufacturing client in Irvington, NJ is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support the rubber injection molding operations for medium voltage electrical products by optimizing production processes, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring high-quality output. This person will act as a  bridge  between product development and production.

Salary starting from $135,000/year, commensurate with experience

• Coordinate with production floor staff to identify and trouble-shoot issues, taking corrective and proactive actions to ensure quality.
• Utilization of CAD to create, modify, analyze, and optimize designs, significantly improving engineering productivity and design accuracy. Some small fixture design will be required.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify production issues related to quality, efficiency, or equipment failures; implement corrective actions effectively.
• Develop and maintain process control plans, inspection criteria, and SOP's for molded components.
• Collaborate with QC to investigate non-conformances.
• Participate in new product introduction and process qualification activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and reduce scrap and to improve automation and productivity.
• Lead project scheduling efforts for new product introductions and process upgrades, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
• Maintain detailed documentation of processes, schematics, and technical specifications in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering required
• 3+ years experience working within a manufacturing facility required
• Strong proficiency using CAD software required.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement strategies.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate across departments including manufacturing operations and engineering teams. This position is integral to maintaining high-quality production standards while fostering innovation through advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge of rubber and/or plastic injection molding operations highly desired.