Manufacturing Engineer

Responsible for analyzing, developing, and specifying manufacturing processes, including operational sequences, tooling, methods, equipment, and controls. Ensures processes meet quality and quantity requirements efficiently for a variety of manufactured products.

What you will do:

• Apply Lean manufacturing principles to reduce costs, improve quality, and optimize processes.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, engineering, and materials planning teams to eliminate unnecessary operations and clarify process instructions.
• Investigate and resolve product, equipment, and tooling issues using root cause analysis and scientific methods.
• Identify equipment needs for existing and new product manufacturing; evaluate new or used equipment for ROI, compliance with dimensional requirements, and adherence to safety and ergonomic standards.
• Prepare capital appropriation requests, manage approved budgets, and monitor spending.
• Assist the Engineering/Manufacturing Manager in preparing investment and expense budgets for equipment additions or modifications aligned with short- and long-term business needs.
• Collaborate with sales and engineering on new product designs to ensure manufacturability and equipment readiness.
• Coordinate new product introductions with production supervisors, team leaders, quality assurance, and manufacturing engineering; draft and maintain documentation including engineering specifications and manufacturing procedures.
• Lead and execute operational excellence initiatives and other projects supporting divisional objectives.
• Stay current on industry trends and advancements through publications and professional affiliations; provide guidance to other departments based on expertise.
• Work closely with domestic and international teams, including manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and sales.

We are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, etc.) required.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, engineering principles, manufacturing processes, machine shop practices, and electro-mechanical concepts preferred.
• Familiarity with material properties, machining characteristics, assembly processes, inspection techniques, and material flow is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical diagrams, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong mathematical skills, including statistical analysis, required.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information effectively to employees, customers, and vendors.