Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

This Manufacturing Engineer role supports a growing precision manufacturing operation focused on CNC machining and value-added processing. You will play a critical role in improving manufacturing processes, increasing equipment utilization, reducing downtime, and supporting the continued expansion of the operation. This is a high-impact engineering position with broad visibility across the facility and significant opportunities to influence process improvement and operational growth.

This Manufacturing Engineer role supports a growing precision manufacturing operation focused on CNC machining and value-added processing. You will play a critical role in improving manufacturing processes, increasing equipment utilization, reducing downtime, and supporting the continued expansion of the operation. This is a high-impact engineering position with broad visibility across the facility and significant opportunities to influence process improvement and operational growth.

• Support daily manufacturing operations and provide engineering expertise to production teams.
• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Analyze equipment performance and identify opportunities to increase uptime and reduce downtime.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, setup procedures, and inspection plans.
• Provide technical support for CNC machining, including programming, machine setup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on workflow optimization, waste reduction, and operational excellence.
• Assist with equipment evaluations, capital projects, process changes, and facility expansion initiatives.
• Monitor production metrics and make data-driven recommendations for process and performance improvements.
• Support preventative maintenance efforts and initiatives to improve equipment performance.
• Work directly with machine operators and production personnel to identify, develop, and implement process enhancements.
• Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for recurring production issues.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, quality standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines in all manufacturing activities.

• Manufacturing engineering experience or process engineering experience in a production environment.
• Experience supporting CNC machining operations in a precision manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of CNC programming and machine setup processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with CAD software, preferably AutoCAD.
• Experience developing inspection plans, manufacturing documentation, and process controls.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a production environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a similar technical discipline.
• Experience with waterjet cutting equipment or similar precision cutting technologies.
• G-Code programming experience for CNC machinery.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of government-related manufacturing requirements and documentation.
• Experience supporting custom manufacturing or job-shop environments.
• Project management experience involving equipment, process improvements, or facility expansion projects.
• Interest in contributing to long-term operational growth within a collaborative engineering-focused culture.

This role is based in a hands‑on, precision manufacturing facility with a small, collaborative engineering team. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You will work closely with machine operators, production personnel, maintenance, quality, and leadership across all levels of the…