Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for planning, designing, and implementing systems to produce high-quality project efficiencies. Their tasks include developing manufacturing processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring the integration of equipment and technology. They collaborate with cross-functional teams—such as design, production, and quality assurance—to address challenges and meet production goals.

At FANUC America, we are driven by a deep respect for our people and a commitment to building a workplace dedicated to integrity and excellence. We believe that great careers are built through opportunity, growth, and collaboration—and we’re excited to invite talented individuals like you to explore what’s possible with us. Joining FANUC means becoming part of a team that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and collaboration. We foster a culture where respect and innovation go hand in hand, and where your contributions help shape the future of automation and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects related to the implementation of robotic systems and manufacturing processes.
• Manage project execution with Project Management to adhere to the project budget and schedule.
• Estimate labor, build, and engineering needs for projects.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Schedule and conduct manufacturing review meetings to maintain the project’s schedule.
• Provide feedback to the Manufacturing Manager/Supervisors regarding technician productivity, capabilities, and anticipated problems.
• Provide weekly/daily project updates to project team and management.
• Maintain project leadership by open communication, listening, and earning the confidence and respect of other team members.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including design/engineering, production, and quality assurance, to ensure project objectives are met.
• Coordinate validation testing of a system project to design requirements.
• Review deliverables prior to shipment for on-time, complete and accurate delivery to customer.
• Manage customers supplied items to quality process and customer requirements.
• Maintain a professional level of project/engineering document control per quality procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve product quality.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for any process-related issues.
• Propose and justify tooling and equipment to improve quality and cost down manufacturing processes.
• Develop an understanding of manufacturing and engineering applications while staying in touch with recent technology that can be used to improve quality, lower cost, and provide targeted results.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the manufacturing team, ensuring the smooth execution of robotic systems and manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the system build.
• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and progress reports.
• Create and provide control plans, build plans, quality control documents, safety requirements, protective personal equipment, and packaging/shipment plan per quality process.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to source components and materials for robotic systems.
• Evaluate and select vendors based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related degree, or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of