Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

Watertown, CT

Salary: $80k - $90k Base + Bonus

We've partnered with a growing automotive manufacturing organization looking to add a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations, troubleshooting efforts, new equipment implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

This is a strong fit for engineers who enjoy being hands-on within manufacturing operations, solving production challenges, supporting equipment-related projects, and working closely with production, maintenance, and controls teams to improve performance across the plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day manufacturing operations and provide engineering support for production equipment and processes

• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve uptime, quality, and efficiency

• Partner with Controls Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams to identify and resolve equipment and process-related issues

• Support new product launches, equipment installations, and commissioning activities

• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, safety, quality, and cost reduction

• Work with external machine builders, vendors, and contractors on equipment modifications and manufacturing projects

• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process-related documentation

Technical Environment:

• High-Volume Manufacturing

• Production Equipment & Process Troubleshooting

• Root Cause Analysis

• Manufacturing Documentation

• Equipment Installation & Commissioning

• Continuous Improvement

• Lean Manufacturing

• Cross-Functional Manufacturing Support

• Automation & Controls Exposure

Ideal Background (What they're looking for):

• Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related manufacturing experience

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within a manufacturing environment

• Experience supporting production operations, manufacturing processes, or plant-floor equipment

• Comfortable working directly with operators, maintenance personnel, and engineering teams

• Exposure to equipment launches, process improvements, automation, or manufacturing projects is a plus

• Team is open to a range of experience levels and is looking for individuals who are eager to learn and continue developing within manufacturing engineering

Additional Info:

• 3 Weeks PTO

• Low-Cost Benefits Package

• Bonus Eligible

• Some travel may be required to support machine builders and equipment-related projects

• No Sponsorship Available

If interested and looking for your next engineering opportunity, feel free to

reach out and apply!