CareerPlan

Manufacturing Engineer I

Belvidere, IL - USAFull-time$68k–$102k2026-09-11 → 2026-11-11

Core

Develops and improves manufacturing processes, product quality, and operational efficiency through process improvement initiatives and New Product Introductions (NPI).

Role type

Manufacturing Engineer I

Builds

Manufacturing processes, equipment layouts, and tooling for energy products

Domain

Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering / Energy

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Process improvement, New Product Introduction (NPI), Lean principles, CAD, PLC programming, Equipment selection, Process documentation

Preferred skills

SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ProE, High mix/low volume production experience, Cross-functional collaboration

Technologies

AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ProE, PLC

Responsibilities

Coordinate NPI launches, implement lean strategies, design area layouts and equipment, program PLCs, maintain mixed model lines, document processes

Seniority

Entry-level, 1-3 years experience