Manufacturing Engineer

Title: Production Designer / Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Columbus, OH

Job Type: Onsite Full-Time

Our client is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Production Designer / Manufacturing Engineer to join its growing team. This role is ideal for an experienced design professional with a strong manufacturing background who enjoys transforming concepts into production-ready designs.

The successful candidate will develop manufacturing drawings, create bills of materials (BOMs), routing and product structures, and maintain engineering data within the company's ERP system. This position plays a key role in supporting production, new product development, and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating closely with Project Managers and the manufacturing team.

Key Responsibilities:
• Create conceptual and presentation drawings for customer review and approval.
• Develop detailed production drawings for manufacturing using AutoCAD and other CAD software.
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), product structures, and manufacturing routings.
• Create CNC programs for production equipment.
• Support new product development from concept through manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and ERP data.
• Assist in troubleshooting manufacturing and design issues while identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Ensure all drawings and documentation meet company quality standards and customer specifications.

Qualifications:

Required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing design, production engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD 2D.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Drafting, Manufacturing Technology, or a related discipline preferred. Equivalent work experience will also be considered.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Positive attitude with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor 3D.
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing.
• Familiarity with CNC machining and programming.
• Experience working with aluminum extrusions.
• Knowledge of mold building and woodworking processes.
• Experience with thermoforming manufacturing.
• Experience working with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.

Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation
• Profit Sharing
• Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for professional growth