Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineerApex Systems is looking to hire an ONSITE Manufacturing Engineer for our client based out of Dublin, VA. This assignment is anticipated to be a 12-month contract with strong potential for extension; however, Apex Systems cannot guarantee the length of this assignment. This will also have a first-shift Monday–Friday schedule.Responsibilities:Lead and support manufacturing process implementation activities to ensure safe, efficient, and stable production operations.Provide engineering support for current production processes, new product introductions, engineering changes, and manufacturing trials.Develop, maintain, and optimize production methods, standards, tooling, equipment, and work instructions.Evaluate manpower requirements and workforce placement to ensure balanced and efficient operations.Drive improvements in safety, ergonomics, quality, productivity, and operational performance through process design and continuous improvement initiatives.Partner with materials, engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams to improve material flow, line balance, and overall production efficiency.Support product launches, prototype builds, and engineering change implementation activities.Conduct process reviews and manufacturing design evaluations to ensure production readiness.Apply Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma principles to improve cost, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics.Analyze manufacturing data and assembly operations to identify opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction.Develop and maintain labor standards utilizing predetermined time systems such as MCTM and MOST.Ensure compliance with engineering standards, plant procedures, safety requirements, and operational policies.Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities through process improvements, workstation design, and assembly optimization.Provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentorship to engineers and production teams.Lead engineering projects and initiatives to achieve manufacturing and business objectives.Experience:Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.4+ years of manufacturing engineering experience with a focus on production support, process improvement, and engineering implementation.OR Associate's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with 8+ years of manufacturing experience focused on engineering and production operations.Experience supporting manufacturing operations, production processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, and industrial engineering principles.Experience performing time studies and developing labor standards using MCTM, MOST, or similar predetermined time systems.Proven experience supporting new product launches, engineering changes, and manufacturing process development.Ability to analyze production data and implement solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.Experience working in fast-paced production or assembly environments.Nice to Have:Experience with assembly operations, line balancing, and workforce planning.Knowledge of ergonomics and manufacturing safety improvements.Lean Six Sigma certification or formal continuous improvement training.Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading cross-functional projects.Why Work for Apex Systems:We offer weekly pay, direct deposit, competitive pay rates.Health/Medical benefits, Life Insurance, 401k, Employee Stock Purchase Program.Discounts to most major certification programs, access to multiple technical training platforms and programs.Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.