Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Hands-on Manufacturing Engineer supporting low-volume, high-mix production environments by developing work instructions, validating processes, and driving continuous improvement.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (IC)
Builds
Production processes for aerospace, defense, factory automation, and environmental monitoring products
Domain
Industrial manufacturing, low-volume high-mix production
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Machining, work instruction development, process validation, continuous improvement, problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, assembly processes (soldering, encapsulation), fabrication issue investigation, design for manufactability review, make/buy analysis, waste elimination, safety compliance, CNC setup, fixture design, GD&T, gauging and measurement, DFMEA/PFMEA/DFA methodologies
Preferred skills
SolidWorks, G-Code/CNC programming, PLC/ladder logic, automation, fixture and tooling design, Green/Black Belt certification, supervisory experience
Technologies
SolidWorks, CNC machines, G-Code, PLCs, CAD platforms
Responsibilities
Create and update work instructions defining critical-to-quality characteristics; Train production personnel on new processes; Lead continuous improvement and process development initiatives; Collaborate with operations, quality, and planning to meet delivery schedules; Support assembly processes involving soldering, encapsulation, and fastening; Investigate fabrication, test, and assembly issues; Review engineering designs for manufactability; Support early-stage design concepts and prototype builds; Conduct make/buy and value-engineering studies; Streamline processes by eliminating waste; Embed safety requirements into work instructions; Assist in training production machinists and troubleshooting machining issues; Support job hazard analysis activities
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
