Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Contract Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Troy, MI

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM - On-site

Contract Duration: Three Months (potential to extend)

Relocation: Per Diem Offered for non-local candidates

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

PTS Advance is seeking a Contract Manufacturing Engineer for an onsite opportunity in Troy, MI. This role will support manufacturing operations by improving production efficiency, quality, and overall process performance within a fast-paced industrial environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with experience supporting manufacturing processes, process documentation, and production improvements in a fabrication and/or electro-mechanical environment.

• Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to support efficient production flow and product quality
• Evaluate and optimize manufacturing equipment, tooling, and machinery performance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including work instructions, process flows, and standard operating procedures
• Partner with engineering teams during new product introduction (NPI) phases to support manufacturability and scalability
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and production issues while implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime
• Collaborate with quality teams on inspection methods, quality control plans, and process improvements
• Support pilot builds and product launch activities
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions
• Analyze manufacturing costs and identify opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, procurement, and supply chain
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment while ensuring compliance with company and regulatory safety standards
• Provide hands-on support to production teams as needed to drive operational improvements

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline preferred
• 3–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in industrial, electro‑mechanical, or metal fabrication environments
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, fabrication techniques, and assembly operations
• Experience supporting production environments with hands‑on process improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or related continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures
• Knowledge of quality systems and tools including process control and FMEA
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience supporting pilot builds, NPI activities, and production launches preferred
• Working knowledge of manufacturing safety regulations and best practices

• This is a fully onsite position located in Troy, MI
• Candidates must be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
• Schedule flexibility may occasionally be required based on production needs