Cadence is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve advanced manufacturing equipment and processes. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working directly on the manufacturing floor—troubleshooting equipment, optimizing processes, and using automation and technology to improve quality, reliability, and efficiency.
What You'll Do
- Support and optimize vacuum heat treatment, including programming IPSEN vacuum furnaces, developing heat treat cycles, and troubleshooting equipment issues.
- Troubleshoot and improve CNC milling and trimming processes, including tooling, workholding, alignment, feeding systems, and process performance.
- Program and troubleshoot SCARA robots, bowl feeders, automated equipment, and pneumatic controls.
- Configure, tune, and troubleshoot Keyence vision and camera inspection systems.
- Support automated laser etching, electropolishing, passivation, cleaning, coating, inspection, and finishing processes.
- Perform and coordinate preventive and reactive equipment maintenance and technical troubleshooting.
- Analyze product quality feedback to identify and implement manufacturing process improvements.
- Create SolidWorks models and 2D drawings to support equipment, tooling, and process improvements.
- Partner with Operations, Quality, contractors, and equipment suppliers to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturing performance.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field preferred.
- Hands-on manufacturing engineering, equipment, or process troubleshooting experience.
- Experience with automation, CNC machining, robotics, machine vision, heat treatment, or PLC-controlled equipment preferred.
- Experience with Keyence, SCARA robotics, SolidWorks, or IPSEN vacuum furnaces is a plus.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and ability to work effectively in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
- Ability to travel and provide support to other Cadence facilities as needed.
At Cadence, you'll work with a broad range of advanced manufacturing technologies while helping us deliver products that support our mission of Together, Advancing Patient Outcomes.
Compensation:
Benefits Summary:
Cadence offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Eligible employees may have access to benefits including:
- Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with other health and welfare benefits.
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
- Paid Time Off: Paid vacation/PTO, sick time, holidays, and other paid leave in accordance with applicable policies and eligibility requirements.
- Additional Benefits & Perks: Other company-provided benefits, fringe benefits, and programs that may support employees' financial well-being, professional development, and overall quality of life.
Benefits and eligibility may vary based on position, employment status, work location, and applicable plan or policy terms. Additional details regarding available benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on manufacturing engineering, equipment, or process troubleshooting experience
- Experience with automation, CNC machining, robotics, machine vision, heat treatment, or PLC-controlled equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a hands-on manufacturing environment
- Experience with Keyence systems, SCARA robotics, SolidWorks, or IPSEN vacuum furnaces
What We Do
Cadence is a vertically integrated, medical device contract manufacturing organization serving the medical device, diagnostics, and drug delivery markets, providing best-in-class product design and development support through complete manufacturing of finished devices. Cadence employs approximately 800 people worldwide with its corporate headquarters in Staunton, Virginia and additional locations in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Wisconsin, Florida, and Costa Rica.
