Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer provides hands-on engineering support for production with a strong emphasis on mechanical systems, equipment design, and process optimization. This role serves as a technical interface within the engineering organization, working closely with manufacturing, R&D, and operations to ensure mechanically robust product designs and manufacturing processes. The position partners with R&D to translate designs into scalable production methods, with a focus on mechanical integrity, equipment performance, and manufacturability.

Key responsibilities include developing, designing, testing, and manufacturing mechanical systems, tooling, and production equipment with a focus on increasing throughput and reducing cost. The role also involves managing program risk through risk identification and mitigation processes, providing hands-on support for equipment troubleshooting, mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, and system improvements, particularly for coating machinery. Additionally, the Manufacturing Engineer drives lean process improvement initiatives and assists with training other engineering personnel. The position supports business unit goals and objectives, quality initiatives, continuous improvement initiatives, and company policies and procedures. The role also involves managing multiple projects in parallel, conveying ideas and troubleshooting problems, and working collaboratively with supervisor and other engineering personnel to meet customer specifications, expectations, and on-time delivery.

Position qualifications include a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering (preferred) or related engineering discipline, with 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience. The candidate should have above average knowledge of engineering principles and practices, strong work ethic displaying consistent dependability, reliability, and initiative. Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks or similar) for mechanical design and tooling development is required. Strong foundation of interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written as well as listening. Ability to work well under pressure. Creative and flexible, yet a disciplined approach to process and engineering design. Excellent problem-solving skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility. Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite (Word; Excel). This position involves access to information that is subject to U.S. Export Controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. Export Controls.

Preferred experience includes hands-on experience with mechanical systems, precision equipment, and manufacturing machinery, ideally in thin film deposition or optical environments. Familiarity with CNC and manual machining operations. Manufacturing process development. Proven experience transferring new processes from development to manufacturing. Experience supporting optical-mechanical assemblies in a manufacturing environment. Proven track record with Design for Manufacturability or Design of Experiment (DOE). Excellent fundamentals of engineering concepts (tolerance analysis), statistical process control, gauge R&R sampling, and problem-solving techniques.

Physical requirements include working within a manufacturing environment. Must be able to lift 35 lbs. Clarity of vision to see near and mid-range. While performing duties of this job, this role will regularly be required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms. Temperature is moderate within work environment. The noise level in the manufacturing environment is moderate, but occasionally can be loud.