Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineerLHH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client in Indianapolis, IN. In this position, you will join a well-established engineering team and report to an Engineering Manager who supports innovation and both personal and professional development. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of manufacturing equipment, lead projects to improve results, implement Lean initiatives, and more. The compensation is commensurate to experience and ranges between $105,000-115,000 per year plus bonus and includes comprehensive medical insurance plans, generous Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan with a company match.***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***Job ResponsibilitiesDesign and refine manufacturing workflows by assessing product specifications, evaluating feasibility, making adjustments, and validating production processes and machinery to achieve optimal outcomes.Leverage industry expertise in product engineering, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials while working collaboratively with production team members.Troubleshoot and resolve operational inefficiencies, analyze equipment malfunctions, prepare follow-up reports, and provide technical guidance to shop floor personnel.Perform root cause investigations to address quality concerns encountered during the manufacturing cycle.Execute capital investment initiatives and drive continuous improvement efforts across production processes.Facilitate or lead Kaizen workshops aimed at streamlining operations, applying Lean methodologies, enhancing product quality, and more.Align with operations and leadership teams to establish a unified approach to daily objectives and communicate progress accordingly.Partner with maintenance, production, and engineering departments—as well as external vendors—to enhance equipment reliability, service quality, and repair practices.Track and boost production efficiency by analyzing workflows and optimizing facility layout and equipment utilization.Develop innovative and practical solutions to overcome complex manufacturing challenges.Take on additional responsibilities as delegated by the Engineering Manager.QualificationsBachelor Degree in Engineering is requiredMinimum of 3+ years of hands-on engineering experience within a manufacturing setting is requiredIdeal candidates will have experience within a regulated environment such as medical device, aerospace, automotive, food/beverage, food/beverage/pharma packaging, etc.Must have experience working on the production floor with various types of manufacturing equipmentMust possess strong analytical, trouble-shooting, and problem-solving skillsMust be a highly motivated, self-starter who is able to succeed with little supervisionMust possess excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively work as part of a cross-functional team***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled