Description
Lead Complex Manufacturing Solutions. Drive Continuous Improvement. Shape the Future of Precision Manufacturing.
Chandler Industries is growing, and we're looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to help lead the next generation of manufacturing excellence.
If you're a highly skilled manufacturing engineer with deep expertise in CNC machining, process optimization, automation, and fixture design, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact within a rapidly growing organization serving some of the world's most demanding industries.
As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you'll serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, driving complex engineering initiatives from concept through implementation while mentoring others and helping establish engineering best practices across the organization.
Why Chandler Industries?
Chandler Industries is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in precision machining, EDM, sheet metal fabrication, and complex assemblies. We serve leading customers in aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, and other highly regulated industries where quality, precision, and reliability are critical.
With six divisions across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Mexico, Chandler continues to invest in people, technology, and manufacturing innovation while maintaining a culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do
- Serve as the technical expert for CNC machining processes and manufacturing methods.
- Lead high-impact engineering projects, including automation initiatives, capital equipment implementation, and new product introductions.
- Develop, optimize, and validate manufacturing processes that improve quality, throughput, and efficiency.
- Design and implement fixtures, tooling, and workholding solutions for complex precision-machined components.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Partner directly with customers on manufacturability, process development, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall performance.
- Establish engineering standards and best practices across the organization.
- Mentor and develop fellow engineers while serving as a technical resource for cross-functional teams.
Requirements
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent technical experience).
- 5+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience in precision machining, aerospace, medical device, or other highly regulated industries.
- Advanced knowledge of CNC machining processes, GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and manufacturing process development.
- Experience designing fixtures, workholding, and production tooling.
- Experience with ERP Systems.
- Strong experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
- Proven success leading process improvement, automation, and capital equipment projects.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and technical initiatives.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage customers and cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or NADCAP environments.
- ERP - Epicor
- Knowledge of Mastercam and PDM software.
- Six Sigma, PMP, SME, or other advanced manufacturing certifications.
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or medical device customers.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with Safe Harbor company match.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization.
- The opportunity to work on mission-critical products that make a difference.
Apply today and help shape the future of advanced manufacturing at Chandler Industries.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent technical experience)
- 5+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience in precision machining, aerospace, medical device, or other highly regulated industries
- Advanced knowledge of CNC machining processes, GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and manufacturing process development
- Experience designing fixtures, workholding, and production tooling
- Experience with ERP systems
- Strong experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
- Proven success leading process improvement, automation, and capital equipment projects
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and technical initiatives
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage customers and cross-functional teams
- Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or NADCAP environments
- ERP - Epicor
- Knowledge of Mastercam and PDM software
- Six Sigma, PMP, SME, or other advanced manufacturing certifications
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or medical device customers
What We Do
Chandler aims to be the supplier of choice for those customers within the Aerospace, Defense, Industrial, Medical, Electronic Connectors and other markets who are seeking a manufacturing partner capable of producing highly specified machining, fabrication and assemblies. Chandler Industries, headquartered in Minneapolis MN, is uniquely positioned to offer its customers a truly tailored solution by drawing on the manufacturing expertise from its 6 operating divisions to create a cost effective world class supply chain solution. We combine engineering excellence, lean manufacturing and ISO/AS (ISO 9001: 2008, AS 9100 and ISO 13485) registered manufacturing sites to provide a cost-effective solution to delivering quality product.
