Manufacturing Engineer

Job Posting Start Date 03-10-2026 Job Posting End Date 04-04-2026

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication and Paint located in Orangeburg SC.

Reporting to the Director, Operations the Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication and Paint will oversee Experience with powder and e-coat painting operations, and coordinating manufacturing processes by providing technical support in the development and implementation of manufacturing methods.

What a typical day looks like:

• Understand manufacturing and test equipment concepts, technologies and techniques
• Designs manufacturing processes within schedule and budgetary parameters.
• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.
• Create processes for stamping, laser, manual and robotic welding operations
• Engage with customer on RFQ (Request for Quote) for fabricated and painted parts.
• Utilize corporate quoting tool to process RFQ's for new and existing customers.
• Define equipment maintenance requirements, identify root-causes of equipment failures and develop hands-on maintenance skills Work with other engineering stakeholders and customers on problem solving and continuous improvement to the design of equipment and products and may develop corrective and preventive action plans
• May be involved in development and update of PFMEA for new products
• May participate in control plan development
• Write and update work instructions and other documents (e.g. specifications, procedures)
• Analyzes and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Confers with production group concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Coordinates with customers to determine product specifications and design changes and responds to customer requests.
• Provides information for management decisions from a technical and technical cost perspective.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or Manufacturing Engineering
• 8+ years of engineering experience including supervision and management.
• Impacts the long-term (annual) direction and financial or operational success of the function and/or site.
• Computer skills include, but are not limited to: MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project); AutoCAD, 3D CAD software, SolidWorks’, Draft Sight
• Lean manufacturing methodologies and principles is desired.
• Formal training and experience implementing lean strategies to improve process flow and reduce cost is preferred.
• Read and interpret drawing requirements and specifications is required.
• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and oral/written communication skills are required.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet critical deadlines.
• Prefer manufacturing/assembly automation experience.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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