Manufacturing Industrial Engineer Lead

Overview Join Weiss-Aug – A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation. Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter. Weiss-Aug is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years. Why Join Us? At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, Weiss-Aug specializes in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions. Weiss-Aug MedPharma serves the medical device and life science industry, offering vertically integrated manufacturing solutions with in-house product design and engineering services. This enables a true, single-source supplier option to meet challenging product innovation needs. We are expanding our team to push the boundaries of what is possible, including advancements in materials science, specialty coatings, laser processing, and hybrid additive manufacturing technologies. Weiss-Aug MedPharma seeks the best minds to support our technology roadmap and the release of finished drug-delivery / combination devices and machined implants. We are currently seeking a skilled Manufacturing Industrial Engineer to contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to customers worldwide. This role focuses on simulation and data analytics for developing vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for MedTech, Implantable, and Drug Delivery / Wearables market segments. The role follows Lean Six Sigma principles such as waste identification, value streams, productivity optimization, kanban, takt time studies, labor tracking, ergonomics, material flow, pFMEA, and related tools. It also supports new business development with accurate costing proposals and opportunities for value-analysis / value engineering to drive future cost savings and scalability. 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 expand sales using systems engineering and Industry 4.0 practices Work with engineering, production, procurement and accounting teams to gather actual cost data and historical quotations to refine new and existing proposals for 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 to identify optimization opportunities Evaluate process flows and equipment for optimized efficiency and cost-effectiveness Generate internal business cases and ROI for CapEx spending; assess site options based on costs, labor availability, and capacity Utilize SolidWorks, CAD/CAM tools for product DFM and proposal conceptualization Use tools to facilitate data acquisition and analysis (e.g., Minitab, Sage, Flexsim, Paperless Parts or similar) Prepare and present evaluations, simulations, and proposals to management and clients Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and cost estimation practices Communicate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of estimates and cost-saving proposals Maintain streamlined and agile processes for estimating and ongoing proposals for customer reviews Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Systems, or Value Engineering) Minimum of 5 years of experience in value engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing costing, with exposure to Industry 4.0+ practices Experience working for a Contract Manufacturer or OEM Strong engineering background with understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Ability to identify optimal manufacturing processes Proficiency with SolidWorks or CAD/CAM for estimating and DFM Experience in product-level design for manufacture (DFM) Ability to collaborate across Centers of Excellence for multi-plant proposals Analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail and accuracy Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams Knowledge of cost estimation standards and practices Understanding of regulatory and quality requirements for MedTech (ISO13485; FDA; CFR 820 Part 11; GxP; MedAccred) This position is located at our Fairfield, NJ location. Compensation and Benefits Pay Range: $90,000 - $130,000 per year Medical, Dental and Vision 401(k) with company match Holiday, Vacation and Sick Time Tuition Reimbursement Health Savings Accounts (HAS) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Cigna Wellness Incentive Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short Term Disability Group Life and Accidental Insurance Sun Life – Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Smoking Cessation Program Pet Insurance US Pay Transparency The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, experience, and internal consistency. If salary requirements exceed the range, consider applying. Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Weiss-Aug