Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, and production workflows.
• Analyze production data to improve throughput, yield, and equipment efficiency.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, production planning, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions using root cause analysis methods.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Design and implement fixtures, jigs, and tooling to improve manufacturing productivity.
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and line balancing to improve production efficiency.
• Collaborate with quality teams to ensure compliance with product specifications and regulatory standards, as well as MRB activity (Material Review Board).
• Evaluate new equipment, automation systems, and manufacturing technologies.
• Support plant layout planning and workflow optimization.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Technical Qualifications

• Experience with CAD/Catia software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) for tooling, fixture, or process design.
• (FiberSim experience would be beneficial)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, composite fabrication, assembly, or automation.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work).
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies and statistical analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of process control and quality tools such as: PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone), SPC (Statistical Process Control).
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Ability to analyze manufacturing data using Excel, Minitab, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with industrial automation systems, PLCs, sensors, and robotics (preferred).
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and engineering drawings.
• Understanding process validation and capability analysis (Cp/Cpk).
• Experience with equipment qualification, process validation, and production ramp-up is helpful.

Preferred Qualifications

• Led Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience with automation integration or Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Experience supporting high-volume production environments.
• Project management experience.