Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer Technician to join our steel fabrication and assembly team. This provides hands-on technical support to Manufacturing Engineering department. This position assists with the implementation, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, automation, and production systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Manufacturing Engineers with the development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot production equipment, tooling, fixtures, automation, and process issues.
• Perform measurements, inspections, testing, data collection, and process studies.
• Build, modify, and validate fixtures, tooling, prototypes, and production aids.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and automated systems.
• Support robotic and automated manufacturing systems, including basic programming, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, equipment documentation, and engineering records.
• Assist with process capability studies, time studies, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support engineering trials, prototype builds, first-article production, and process validation.
• Assist with CAD modifications and creation of basic engineering drawings, layouts, and manufacturing documentation.
• Maintain engineering tools, test equipment, fixtures, and prototype equipment.
• Provide hands-on support during equipment and process launches.
• Verify that implemented engineering changes are functioning as intended and properly documented.
• Collect and analyze production data to support engineering decisions.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 6S, standard work, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, automation, maintenance, or a related technical environment.
• Hands on tooling fabrication and implementation.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, Revit).
• Strong analytical skills, problem solving, and mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency with common measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, gauges, and other inspection equipment.
• Experience collecting and logging manufacturing data.

Preferred Skills

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Automation, or related field.
• Experience with manufacturing process improvement or Lean methodologies.
• Formal robotic training.
• CNC operation and skills.
• Experience in a steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Welding experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, accidental death, and disability benefits
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays