Manufacturing Engineer
Join Dynavac—a leader in high‑vacuum process equipment—and help us support some of the most advanced organizations in aerospace, defense, and thin‑film technology.
Salary range: $76,000 to $95,000, based on experience.
About Dynavac
Dynavac is a leading engineering and manufacturing company with headquarters in Hingham MA and second location in Rockland MA. We specialize in custom high‑vacuum process equipment for applications including space simulation testing, thin‑film coatings, and other precision processes. Our systems combine advanced technologies in pressure vessel design, material handling, automation, and integrated control systems.
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our Engineering team. The ideal candidate has experience in construction and/or manufacturing of complex systems and a comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing systems is essential. This individual must work within the company’s integrated cost schedule control program and organize work efforts with the Epicor ERP environment.
Essential Job Functions / Key Responsibilities
- Strong background in welding and fabrication processes
- Experience in CAD with particular emphasis on Solidworks
- Strong background in reading and interpreting shop drawings
- Knowledge of machine shop operations
- Advanced methods in layout and metrology
- Expert knowledge on CAD/CAM
- Extensive experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems (Epicor a plus)
- Understanding of an ISO-9001 quality program
- Define manufacturing plan/sequence early in the project life cycle
- Identify opportunities to improve design functionality and manufacturability
- Identify and implement new or upgraded equipment
- Support Operations team on Make-Buy Decisions
- Support Operations and Materials Management by working with vendors to solve problems and answer questions
- Execute top-down manufacturing plan within the Epicor environment
- Organize release of Work Packages comprised of Bills of Operations (BOO) and Bills of Material (BOM)
- Propose and implement project-based facility layouts
- Prepare Manufacturing Methods documents when required
- Set up parts and assemblies in Epicor
- Identify test requirements and inspection hold points
- Coordinate the design and construction of special tooling
- Standard Work / Process Definition – Own and improve all standard manufacturing WIPs. Create project specific procedures / work instructions concurrent with design.
- Participate in Design Reviews, align manufacturing execution plan with project objectives
- Provide technical over-sight to manufacturing processes and participate in problem solving
- Create Statement of Work to ensure clear understanding of requirements and expectations on subcontracts as required
- Coordinate Drawing Tree and structure of indented BOM with Engineering Dept.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with focus on fabrication, machining, and assembly
- Experience with medium to large scale complex equipment
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience interfacing directly with customers and key stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project and ERP systems.
- Background in vacuum technology or field installation is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $76,000 to $95,000, based on experience.
- Excellent benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, paid time off, and more
- Opportunities to work on innovative, custom-engineered equipment used by leading aerospace and technology organizations
- Collaborative culture with a focus on professional growth and technical excellence
This position involves work in a professional office environment, active manufacturing areas, and customer facilities.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions/key responsibilities either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
Dynavac is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience focused on fabrication, machining, and assembly
- Experience with medium- to large-scale complex equipment
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience interfacing directly with customers and key stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project and ERP systems
- Strong background in welding and fabrication processes
- Experience with CAD, particularly SolidWorks
- Ability to read and interpret shop drawings
- Knowledge of machine shop operations
- Advanced layout and metrology methods
- Expert knowledge of CAD/CAM
- Extensive ERP experience; Epicor is preferred
- Understanding of an ISO 9001 quality program
- Background in vacuum technology or field installation
What We Do
Vacuum Technology Incorporated (VTI) is an Oak Ridge, Tennessee-based manufacturer of calibrated leaks, custom leak-detection systems, custom vacuum systems, and fabrication solutions. It produces its products in-house at a facility equipped for fabrication and vacuum-systems work, and works directly with customers to provide service. The company focuses on engineered vacuum equipment and fabrication solutions for industrial applications, delivering products tailored to customer needs.
