Manufacturing Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes for precision metal components and assemblies.
• Provide technical expertise in turn/mill machining centers, grinding operations, tooling, fixturing, and precision inspection methods.
• Create and maintain manufacturing methods, routings, work instructions, setup documentation, and process controls to support efficient, repeatable production.
• Lead projects from concept through implementation, coordinating activities across engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Design and redesign products, tooling, and processes with a strong focus on ease of manufacturing, cost effectiveness, quality, and scalability.
• Use SolidWorks to support product and fixture design, and SolidCam to develop machining strategies and improve CNC programming efficiency.
• Analyze production challenges, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve throughput, yield, and product quality.
• Support grinding and machining operations that require tight tolerances, fine surface finishes, and consistent process capability.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve workflow, reduce setup time, and standardize best practices.
• Source components, raw materials, tooling, and outside services from qualified suppliers; evaluate supplier capabilities, quality, cost, and lead time.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to support prototype development, new part introduction, cost reduction, and ongoing supply continuity.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, delivery, and manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may be considered.
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a metalworking or precision machining environment.
• Strong knowledge of turn/mill machining centers, CNC machining practices, grinding processes, and tolerance-critical manufacturing.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and SolidCam or similar platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and guide cross-functional teams through implementation and process improvement efforts.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM), process development, and new product introduction.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Experience developing comprehensive manufacturing methods and process documentation.
• Strong supplier sourcing and vendor management skills, including evaluating quality, capability, cost, and lead time.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and individuals across all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high production volume, low mix work manufacturing environment.
• Additional experience with low volume, high mix is a plus (i.e. job shop).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process validation techniques.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, production planning, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Experience working directly with outside machining, grinding, heat-treat, plating, or specialty process suppliers.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package will be offered which includes Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and paid time off.