Manufacturing Engineering Technician

We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineering Tech to join our manufacturing engineering team in Spokane, Washington. This position is designed for someone who enjoys hands-on experience solving real manufacturing problems and supporting day-to-day production. The tech will work alongside manufacturing engineers, production personnel, quality, and other cross-functional team members to troubleshoot production issues, improve manufacturing processes, update manufacturing documentation, and assist with engineering projects.

• Work directly with production employees and manufacturing engineers to understand manufacturing issues and develop solutions that are practical for the shop floor.
• Assist with updating work instructions and manufacturing documentation as processes change
• Support engineering changes and change requests involving manufacturing operations, materials, labeling, and related production information.
• Assist with reviewing and maintaining manufacturing data, including current-material and backflush information
• Participate in manufacturing improvement and process-control projects
• Help develop and implement mistake-proofing and verification solutions
• Support engineering projects through research, data gathering, analysis, testing, and documentation
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities

• Current degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in both an office and production-floor environment
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with production employees, engineers, and other departments
• Basic experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with CAD, ERP/MRP systems, data analysis, programming, or manufacturing equipment is beneficial but not required
• Willingness to learn and take ownership of assigned projects

Reasonable accommodations available for disabled individuals to foster success in essential functions.

HOTSTART Inc. is a world leading manufacturer of industrial thermal management systems. Established in 1942 and ISO 9001:2015 certified, we have grown to over 250 employees in a modern manufacturing facility. The company provides a 100% premium-free benefits package highlighted by medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) with contribution matching and profit sharing, and educational assistance.

Hotstart is a drug free, equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Employment Type

Full-Time

Pay Type Hourly

Starting Pay $22.00–$27.50 per hour

Date Posted October 15, 2026

Valid Through November 5, 2026

Location Corporate & Manufacturing Headquarters

5723

E. Alki Ave., Spokane, WA 99212 USA