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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Near Niles

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Automotive / Industrial Manufacturing

Client: A client of Sterling Engineering

Salary: $90-110k

A client of Sterling Engineering, a global manufacturer of engineered automotive and transportation components, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve high-volume production operations. This role focuses on process optimization, equipment performance, quality improvement, and cost reduction within a structured, team-oriented manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working on the manufacturing floor, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a safety- and quality-focused operation.

• Stability & Scale:
  Join a long-standing, well-established manufacturing organization with a global footprint and consistent demand tied to essential transportation and mobility markets.
• Strong Engineering Culture:
  Work in an engineering-driven environment where data, process discipline, and continuous improvement are valued and supported.
• Clear Career Growth:
  Benefit from defined engineering career paths and opportunities to advance into senior engineering, technical specialist, or operations leadership roles.
• Hands-On Impact:
  Engineers are closely connected to production, giving you the opportunity to see your ideas implemented on the manufacturing floor.
• Investment in Technology:
  Ongoing investments in automation, advanced equipment, and process improvements provide exposure to modern manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Partner daily with operations, quality, maintenance, and tooling teams in a team-oriented, problem-solving culture.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits:
  Comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and a safety-focused workplace.

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Support production by troubleshooting process, equipment, and quality issues to minimize downtime.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Analyze production data and KPIs to identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement.
• Collaborate with quality, maintenance, tooling, and operations teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Support new product launches, process changes, and equipment installations.
• Create and maintain standard work instructions, process documentation, and routings.
• Participate in PFMEA, control plans, and root cause analysis (RCA) activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to improve manufacturability and process capability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2-7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume production environment.
• Experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working hands-on in a manufacturing plant environment.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities.
• A structured, safety-first manufacturing environment.