Manufacturing Engineer I

Roles & Responsibilities

• May act as a liaison between mechanical engineers and machinists, as well as other key members of operations throughout the product development process.
• Supports the development of team members by providing constructive technical feedback.
• Demonstrates the ability to receive and act on constructive feedback.
• Conducts hands-on testing in laboratory or field settings to evaluate the performance, durability, and functionality of systems, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications.
• Identifies any design flaws during testing and helps refine solutions.
• Identifies areas for improvement in assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Works with senior engineers to implement process changes and improvements.
• Conducts time and motion studies to optimize workflows.
• Ensures manufacturability and ease of assembly in the design process.
• Assists in diagnosing and resolving issues in production lines.
• Provides technical support to the production team to minimize downtime.
• Collections and analyzes process data to monitor performance.
• Uses statistical tools to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for efficiency gains.
• Assists in the training of operators on new processes or equipment.
• Helps monitor product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Maintains organized records of design changes, testing results, and engineering decisions for future reference and traceability.
• Prepares engineering documentation such as drawings, root cause/ corrective action documents, and technical reports.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (Mechanical, Manufacturing) or equivalent experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of SolidWorks to design complex systems.
• Ability to conduct and document root cause / corrective action.
• Ability to document test results and write a conclusion statement.
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication and testing.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of the product development process.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality work.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• US Person
• Experience with military standards, specifically MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-810.
• Experience with laser systems, night vision/imaging systems, or target location systems.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally, for handling parts and prototypes.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to perform physical tests and handle tools/equipment used for prototyping