Manufacturing Engineer

Full time | Lucas James Talent Partners | United States Posted On 06/17/2026 Job Information Manufacturing City Glen Burnie State/Province Maryland 21060 90000 Job Description This position is responsible for supporting plant leadership in achieving business and financial goals by developing and maintaining robust manufacturing processes and leading the lean transformation across the organization. Additional responsibility includes executing the organization’s strategic plan consistent with federal, state, and local regulations, established industry standards, and customer requirements as well as tooling layout, design & implementation to production, support production team with process improvements & troubleshooting, work with product design on new product tooling & processes, factory layout, and continuous improvement activities (Kaizen events, use of Six Sigma tools, 5S etc.). This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident. If you do not live within a commutable distance from the Glen Burnie, MD facility, we do offer relocation for candidates who meet the qualifications and pass the interview process.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

This position is responsible for supporting plant leadership in achieving business and financial goals by developing and maintaining robust manufacturing processes and leading the lean transformation across the organization. Execute the organization’s strategic plan consistent with federal, state, and local regulations, established industry standards, and customer requirements as well as tooling layout, design & implementation to production. Support production team with process improvements & troubleshooting, work with product design on new product tooling & processes, factory layout, and continuous improvement activities (Kaizen events, use of Six Sigma tools, 5S etc.). Lead continuous improvement and lean implementation to eliminate waste, reduce process variations and deliver products to customer’s expectations. Lead/ facilitate kaizen events including the Value Stream Mapping Events, process improvements, and strategic initiatives in collaboration with the High Performance Work Teams (HPWT). Identify and resolve opportunities, gather and analyze information, develop and implement action plans to improve efficiency and reduce cost. Develop and maintain robust, cost-efficient manufacturing processes and product structures consistent with lean manufacturing practices. Understand shop capacity planning related to equipment, processes, and manning. Must be mindful of process and test capabilities and recognize organizational core competencies. Determine Root Cause and Corrective Actions to resolve issues involving discrepant products or material. Manage projects and conduct project reviews as needed to ensure successful and timely completion, within budget. Communicate changes and progress status. Implement methods and practices to reduce variation. Demonstrates ability to understand source(s) of variation and identify impact of tolerance stacks in assemblies. To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government. Requirements

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to act as change agent promoting and driving innovation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to effectively explain technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders. Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Ability to prioritize and make decisions considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Minimum of four (4) years of Engineering experience in a Manufacturing Environment. Minimum of four (4) years of experience in CNC machining environment. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future. Experience with manufacturing or process design of machined and fabricated components from raw material Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings Experience with CAD and CAM software This position requires access to export‑controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (I) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or mechanical engineering from an accredited institution. Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment implementing Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles. Minimum of four years of experience in CNC programming for milling and turning. Minimum of one (1) year Project Management experience. Certified Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or Master Black Belt. Experience auditing and improving manufacturing processes. Experience with 5-axis CAM programming.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to accomplish the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:

Each employee must be knowledgeable of standard safety policies and procedures and adhere to the same while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Company’s need to achieve its business objectives. Each employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:

ADDMAN Engineering is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All terms and conditions of employment will be administered without regard to an individual’s sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time, and the employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. ADDMAN Engineering reserves the right to add, delete, or modify these duties and responsibilities at its discretion. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employment is at-will, and nothing in this job description is intended to create or imply a contractual relationship or alter the at-will status of the employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lucas James Talent Partners