Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Trillium Professional is now seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in the greater Hartford / New Haven Area, CT (On-site) for a direct-hire opportunity!

Key Position Highlights & Perks:

• Competitive Compensation: $130,000 base salary target + bonus potential (Flexibility to pay higher for exceptional talent)
• Work-Life Balance: Unlimited Vacation / PTO policy
• Schedule: 1st Shift with flexible start and end times
• Relocation Support: Relocation assistance available for out-of-area candidates
• Education Flexibility: Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required for candidates with strong hands‑on technical experience
• Workplace Flexibility: On-site role initially, with potential hybrid flexibility after 3-4 months based on performance
• Impact & Visibility: Dynamic role combining advanced manufacturing engineering with strategic costing and new product quote development

We are partnering with a premier, global med-tech manufacturing organization specializing in high-precision, metals-based solutions for top medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). Serving critical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, and Dental, our client is an industry leader in precision engineering and contract manufacturing.

We are seeking a results-driven Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead process development, project execution, and new product quote development at their state-of-the-art facility in Central Connecticut. This individual will play a vital role in optimizing manufacturing processes, evaluating designs for manufacturability (DFM), and implementing lean engineering solutions to directly impact quality, cost, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Process & NPI Engineering:

• Lead base business process improvements, continuous improvement projects, and New Product Introductions (NPI).
• Design, develop, and implement tooling, fixtures, and equipment across precision metal machining, fabrication, and finishing processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and lead CAPA investigations to resolve technical issues and eliminate waste.
• Establish standard work, process instructions, engineering drawings, equipment layouts, and validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Ensure strict adherence to ISO 13485 and FDA regulatory standards.

Costing & Quote Development:

• Evaluate engineering prints and customer specs for new business opportunities to generate accurate labor, material, and cycle-time estimates.
• Partner with technical SMEs and commercial teams to propose Design for Manufacturability (DFM) improvements that optimize production costs and quality.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses for capital investments, process changes, and quote proposals.

Position Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally within medical device contract manufacturing or high-precision metals manufacturing.
• Strong background in metals machining, precision fabrication, tooling/fixture design, and sub-assembly processes.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline is preferred, but equivalent hands‑on experience will be considered.
• Proven track record in Lean Manufacturing, root cause problem-solving, and process optimization.
• Practical knowledge of ISO / FDA quality systems and GD&T principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with cross‑functional teams and key customers.

Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.