Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes, production efficiency, and overall product quality. This individual will play a key role in developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes while supporting new product development, process validation, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in manufacturing engineering, experience leading complex engineering projects, and the ability to collaborate across quality, design, development, and production teams. Medical device manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and improve controlled technical documentation, including engineering drawings, manufacturing procedures, bills of materials (BOMs), and production routers.
• Develop, implement, and support manufacturing processes, including machining, finishing, forging, casting, cleaning, heat treating, bonding, and molding.
• Evaluate manufacturing feasibility, estimate product costs, and assess equipment, production capacity, and process capabilities.
• Establish, develop, and optimize manufacturing methods to meet product performance, quality, and production requirements.
• Lead and execute engineering projects, including developing project plans, timelines, and work schedules.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to communicate project objectives, timelines, and technical direction.
• Evaluate manufacturing options and select appropriate production processes, equipment, and machining methods.
• Lead equipment qualification and process validation activities to ensure manufacturing readiness and compliance with quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing, product performance, and process-related issues.
• Develop technical justifications and supporting documentation for new manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, product flow, and overall process performance.
• Apply problem-solving methodologies, statistical tools, and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 5–7 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, new product development, and production methods.
• Experience implementing manufacturing processes and managing product flow.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, drafting standards, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience leading complex engineering projects and managing competing priorities.
• Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges using quality tools, statistical methods, and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Strong understanding of cross-functional manufacturing operations, including Quality, Development, and Sourcing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical device manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of equipment qualification and process validation.
• Experience conducting investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action initiatives.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, and Minitab.

Technical Skills & Tools

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft Project
• Smartsheet
• Minitab
• Manufacturing Process Development
• GD&T and Engineering Drawings
• Process Validation and Equipment Qualification
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
• Root Cause Analysis