Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting and continuously improving assembly and test processes, tooling, and work holding used to produce fully finished precision parts for complex fluid control devices across medical, industrial, material handling, and other applications. Working in a high-mix environment with a wide variety of custom, in-house-built assembly and test equipment, this role leads continuous improvement initiatives for both processes and products.

The engineer collaborates closely with product development, quality, suppliers, and operators to ensure products meet stringent internal and customer requirements, spending the majority of time on the manufacturing floor troubleshooting processes, analyzing data, and driving improvements.

• Design tools and work holding using Solid Edge 3D CAD modeling tools or equivalent software to support precision manufacturing.
• Utilize precision gaging and inspection equipment with a strong understanding of GD&T principles to verify part quality.
• Read and interpret hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic schematic diagrams as well as detailed engineering drawings.
• Provide production cost estimates for product improvement programs to support business and engineering decisions.
• Create and modify production routers for multi-step assembly and test operations to ensure efficient workflow.
• Validate production processes and equipment in accordance with ISO 9001 standards and specific customer specifications.
• Troubleshoot complex pneumatic circuits and devices to resolve production issues and improve reliability.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with operators, technical staff, supervisory personnel, and outside contractors.
• Demonstrate sound decision-making and prioritization skills to manage multiple projects and tasks on the manufacturing floor.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to maintenance and shop personnel on processes, tools, and equipment.
• Use computer skills to generate clear operator and maintenance instructions and graphics that support production processes.
• Complete detailed written reports documenting work performed, findings, and recommendations.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on process optimization, product quality, and cost reduction.
• Work cross-functionally with product development engineers, quality professionals, suppliers, and operators to ensure manufacturability and compliance with requirements.
• Spend 60–80% of time on the manufacturing floor troubleshooting processes, collecting and analyzing data, and implementing improvements.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience working with machined parts in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic schematic diagrams and detailed engineering drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting and improving complex parts and processes in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD design tools such as Solid Edge or equivalent for tooling and work holding design.
• Strong understanding of precision gaging and inspection methods, including GD&T principles.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems and their application in fluid control devices.
• Ability to create and modify production routers for multi-step assembly and test operations.
• Experience validating production processes and equipment in accordance with ISO 9001 and customer specifications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interaction with operators, technical staff, and contractors.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to guide and train maintenance and shop personnel.
• Computer literacy sufficient to generate operator and maintenance instructions and supporting graphics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-mix manufacturing environment with custom assembly and test equipment.

• Experience with CAM software such as Esprit CAM or equivalent for CNC-related processes.
• Experience in CNC machining and related manufacturing operations.
• Experience selecting and purchasing production equipment, tooling, and work holding solutions.
• Exposure to machining, assembly, and fabrication processes within a fluid control or similar environment.
• Project management experience or interest, including coordinating improvement projects and tracking progress.
• Ability to collaborate with product development and quality engineering teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability.
• Interest in ongoing professional development, with opportunities to expand skills through training platforms such as Udemy.

This role is based in a manufacturing facility specializing in the design and production of pneumatic and fluid control valves, valve systems, and customized products for industries including…