Senior Manufacturing Engineering

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Southern California | Full-Time

Ready to lead manufacturing innovation in a high-precision engineering environment?

We're partnering with a medical device manufacturer seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvement, automation initiatives, and manufacturing excellence. This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to influence production strategy, lead cross-functional projects, and mentor engineering talent.

Lead manufacturing process development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Drive automation and operational efficiency projects from concept through implementation.

Analyze and optimize workflows, equipment layouts, and production methods.

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges.

Champion lean manufacturing and quality-driven improvements.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong background in process development, automation, and project management.
• Experience within highly regulated or precision manufacturing industries such as medical devices, aerospace, defense, or similar sectors.
• Hands‑on experience with machining, metal fabrication, tooling, fixtures, or plastics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and perform technical problem‑solving.
• Experience with quality systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or AS9100 is highly desirable.
• SolidWorks or other 3D CAD experience preferred.

High‑impact engineering role with visibility to leadership

Diverse technical challenges across advanced manufacturing processes

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct‑hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct‑hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law.