Manufacturing Engineer

Overview Manufacturing Engineer needed for a leading manufacturing company. The role focuses on identifying waste, defining value streams, productivity optimization, Kanban setups, takt time studies, labor tracking, ergonomics, material flow, PFMEA, and Lean Six Sigma tools. Responsibilities Analyze blueprints, specifications, model files (CAD) and other documentation to prepare accurate simulations and data sets for manufacturing projects, including insert injection molding of thermoplastics, precision machined components, and complex sub-assemblies for the MedTech industry. Collaborate with Business Development and Solutions Architecture Teams to drive new business opportunities and improve competitive advantage through systems engineering and Industry 4.0 practices. Gather actual cost data, historical quotes (tooling costs/lead-times, engineering resource utilization, and manufacturing standards) to refine quotations and support growth. Partner with IT/ERP teams and manufacturing to expand real-time data collection and adopt new systems for data acquisition and process optimization. Develop detailed cost models for materials, labor, equipment, and other resources, and identify optimization opportunities beyond the provided prints/models. Evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness across process steps. Generate internal business cases with projected ROI for CapEx and determine site viability based on costs, labor availability, and capacity utilization. Utilize SolidWorks and CAD/CAM for product DFM and proposal conceptualization; deploy tools to facilitate data acquisition and analysis (e.g., Minitab, Sage, FlexSim, Paperless Parts or similar). Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Systems, or Value Engineering). Minimum of 5 years of experience in value engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing costing, and related roles in manufacturing, with experience in Industry 4.0 and related practices. Experience working for a Contract Manufacturer or OEM. Strong engineering background with a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment. Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD/CAM software for estimating and DFM. Experience in product-level design for manufacture (DFM) and the ability to collaborate across engineering Centers of Excellence for multi-plant proposals. Benefits and Compensation Salary up to $135,000 per year. Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid holiday, vacation and sick time. Tuition reimbursement; Health Savings Accounts (HAS) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Cigna Wellness Incentive Program; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); short-term disability; group life and accidental insurance. Additional programs: Sun Life Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity, Smoking Cessation, and Pet Insurance. About the Company My client is a leading manufacturing company experiencing growth and seeking to expand their engineering team with a Manufacturing Engineer focused on lean practices and data-driven process improvement. Legal and Equal Opportunity Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides an inclusive environment. We consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws. Jobot may perform background checks as permitted by law. Information collected as part of the candidate profile is subject to Jobot’s privacy policy. Next Steps Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobot