Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production processes, improve product quality, and increase manufacturing efficiency. The role focuses on developing and implementing manufacturing layouts, tooling, and process controls, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support new product introductions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and validate manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to meet product specifications and production targets.
• Create and optimize manufacturing layouts and workflow to improve efficiency, reduce cycle times, and maximize space utilization.
• Collaborate with product design, quality, and production teams to support new product introductions and process transfers.
• Perform time studies, capacity planning, and process capability analyses to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials for production staff.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues using structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, DMAIC).
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, 5S) to reduce waste and lower costs.
• Support procurement and supplier development for manufacturing tooling and equipment specifications.
• Utilize CAD models and drawings to create manufacturing documentation and validate manufacturability.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, scrap, lead time, and OEE to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing engineering role preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD software for tooling and fixture design (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo).
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling design, and production layout principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with process documentation, SOP creation, and training production personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as an Industrial Engineer or in industrial engineering principles.
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and shop floor operations.

Benefits

• Available on your first day: full medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• Paid time off.
• Monthly wellness reimbursement.
• Health savings, flexible savings, and dependent care accounts.
• 401(K) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Annual bonus.

For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This is a new role.