Manufacturing Engineer II-Sheet Metal & Fabrication

Manufacturing Engineer II-Sheet Metal & Fabrication

Vantedge Medical |

Vantedge Medical | Posted Feb 14

Full-time

Stockton

Negotiable

Unknown

Manufacturing Engineer II – Full-time | Permanent
Salaried | On-site
$90K – $105K

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Vander-Bend is a U.S.

-based manufacturer dedicated to building the precision infrastructure that powers tomorrow’s AI. Our expertise in server racking and power delivery solutions provides the backbone for next-generation data centers, enabling hyperscalers and integrators to innovate and scale globally. With a focus on trusted, domestic manufacturing, we deliver quality, speed, and innovation at scale—redefining AI infrastructure for the future.

We are a newly created division of Vantedge Medical, the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. With a steadfast commitment to advancing technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.

We are seeking a hands-on, results-driven Manufacturing Engineer II to support and improve sheet metal fabrication and electro-mechanical assembly operations at our Stockton facility. This role is focused on shop-floor execution, process improvement, and new product introductions in a high-mix, high-volume contract manufacturing environment.

The Manufacturing Engineer II will apply engineering principles to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) while partnering closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain. This role supports both base business and new product launches and requires daily engagement on the manufacturing floor.

This role supports base business improvement and/or new product launches, develops tooling and fixtures, implements lean methodology, investigates issues using root cause analysis, implements improvements, manages CAPAs, and creates documentation such as standard work and validation protocols. The engineer collaborates cross-functionally to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost and communicates effectively with internal teams and customers.

• Drive continuous improvement across sheet metal fabrication and assembly operations
• Support processes including laser cutting, turret punching, press brakes, panel bending, welding, powder coating, metal finishing, and electro-mechanical assembly
• Develop and implement standard work, work instructions, and process documentation
• Perform root cause analysis to identify and eliminate waste, defects, and inefficiencies
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and process transfers in a contract manufacturing environment
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and equipment to improve productivity, quality, and cost
• Partner cross-functionally to evaluate designs for manufacturability and cost
• Support equipment layouts, engineering changes, and process validations
• Investigate and implement new manufacturing technologies and methods
• Manage and support CAPAs related to manufacturing processes
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and as needed, customers.

• Plan and execute projects, with minimum supervision, on time and within budget to achieve tangible results.
• Drive improvements through root cause analysis and data driven decision-making.
• Participates in cross-functional project teams to implement creative solutions.
• Ensure internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in sheet metal fabrication, machining, or electro-mechanical assembly
• Hands-on experience supporting automated or semi-automated fabrication environments
• Strong working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Experience supporting new product launches in a production environment
• Ability to independently plan and execute engineering projects with minimal supervision
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (medical device, aerospace, or similar) is a plus, but not required

Vantedge Medical

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