Manufacturing Engineer (Contract)

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair high-speed automated manufacturing equipment with a primary focus on mechanical systems.
• Diagnose recurring equipment issues and perform root cause analysis to implement permanent corrective actions.
• Develop, update, and maintain technical work instructions, equipment documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Support production by resolving mechanical, automation, and basic electrical issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Reliability, Controls, Quality, and Production teams to improve equipment performance.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, efficiency, and uptime.
• Support automated equipment utilizing drive motors, cam-driven mechanisms, vision inspection systems, and serialized product tracking.
• Assist with troubleshooting PCB-related hardware and controls issues when necessary.
• Participate in equipment improvement projects and provide engineering support across multiple manufacturing initiatives.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and supporting high-speed automated manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience repairing automated machinery and understanding mechanical drive systems.
• Experience performing root cause analysis (RCA) and implementing corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation, work instructions, and equipment procedures.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working in either the medical device, food, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLC-controlled automation systems.
• Familiarity with PCB hardware or controls troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting machine vision systems and serialized manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or TPM methodologies.
• Experience supporting highly automated production or packaging equipment.