Manufacturing Engineer II

About the role

Join a high-impact manufacturing team supporting the production of industrial electric motors and rotating equipment. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a critical role in improving production processes, driving efficiency, and supporting new product introductions within a fast-paced motor plant environment. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives on hands-on problem solving, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration—and wants to directly influence how products are built, scaled, and optimized on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Process Development & Optimization
• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and production methods
• Analyze product design, materials, tooling, and equipment capabilities to ensure efficient production
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean, efficiency, cost reduction, throughput increases)
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks to improve cycle times and output
• Production Support & Execution
• Provide day-to-day engineering support to manufacturing operations in the motor plant
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Support assembly, machining, and fabrication processes to ensure quality and consistency
• Develop and maintain standard work instructions, process documentation, and routing updates
• Facility Layout & Workcell Design
• Analyze workforce utilization, workflow, and space requirements
• Design and optimize production layouts, workcells, and equipment placement
• Develop and implement tooling, fixtures, lifting devices, and ergonomic solutions
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Partner with engineering and R&D teams to ensure product designs are manufacturable and scalable
• Support the launch of new products into production with efficient processes
• Cost & Capacity Planning
• Estimate production times, labor requirements, and manufacturing costs
• Support capacity planning and staffing models
• Provide data-driven insights for management decision-making
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams
• Interface with vendors to define product specifications, tooling, and equipment needs
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and support procurement decisions
• Safety & Compliance
• Evaluate manufacturing processes to identify and reduce safety risks and hazards
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and plant policies
• Leadership & Development
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in: Mechanical Engineering (BSME), Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Industrial Engineering (BSIE), or related field
• 5–10 years of manufacturing engineering experience in an industrial environment
• Experience supporting production, process improvement, and manufacturing operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

Paid Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

• $70,000 - $90,000 annually

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM