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Manufacturing Engineer

Salem, VA, us💼 Full-time💰 $79,100–$79,100🗓 2026-09-15 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead the development and implementation of advanced manufacturing techniques and automation solutions to support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and improve operational efficiency.

Role type

Senior IC automation and manufacturing engineer

Builds

Complex electro-mechanical systems, automated manufacturing equipment, and optimized production processes

Domain

Industrial manufacturing, rail equipment, automation

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (specifically: automated systems, tooling, and manufacturing processes)

Required skills

Design of manufacturing tooling and equipment, CNC machining, metalworking, assembly, PLC programming, LabVIEW, precision measurement and metrology, integration of automation components (servos, sensors, motion systems), Lean manufacturing principles

Preferred skills

3D design tools (SolidWorks), industrial electrical/electronic systems knowledge, supplier selection, project management

Technologies

SolidWorks, PLC, LabVIEW, CNC machines, servos, sensors, motion systems

Responsibilities

Improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, and tooling designs; Integrate and support automation equipment and technologies; Conduct time studies and implement cost and efficiency improvements; Manage equipment and capital projects within budget and timelines; Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and enhance manufacturing performance; Apply Lean principles and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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