Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Essential Functions

Process Development \& Optimization

Develop, improve, and validate manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, and equipment to meet product, quality, and cost requirements.

Evaluate manufacturing processes through data analysis, operator feedback, and collaboration with equipment and tooling vendors.

Improve manufacturing efficiency through workflow analysis, space utilization, equipment layout, and process standardization.

Develop and manage internal and external tooling designs, drawings, and specifications.

Required Experience / Skills / Education

Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.

Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing engineering experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a regulated or high-precision manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated experience developing, optimizing, and validating manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, and/or equipment.

Hands-on experience supporting production operations, including troubleshooting complex manufacturing issues, and implementing corrective actions.

Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives, including efficiency, cost reduction, scrap reduction, and process standardization.

Experience supporting quality and process control activities, including process capability analysis, validation, and documentation.

Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, quality, operations, supply chain, and commercial teams.

Experience supporting engineering change management (ECNs) and manufacturing changes.

Experience providing technical input for quoting, feasibility assessments, or cost modeling.

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication and assembly methods, tooling, materials, and production equipment.

Proficiency in process analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action methodologies.

Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles; Six Sigma tools strongly preferred.

Ability to interpret customer contracts, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical recommendations to management.

Ability to lead initiatives, influence cross-functional teams, and mentor others without direct authority.

Proficiency with standard engineering and manufacturing documentation practices (SOPs, work instructions, validation reports).

Familiarity with quality management systems and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO).

Values treating people well, has an empathetic approach and mindset, is ambitious and strives for personal and collective excellence, supports diversity and inclusion, and has a positive outlook and attitude.

Preferred Experience / Skills / Education

Experience with PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and customer-specific quality requirements.

Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification.

Experience in precision machining, medical device, aerospace, or similarly regulated manufacturing environments.

Pay Range: $85,000 to $110,000 annual salary