Top Manufacturing Engineer Jobs

Develops and optimizes manufacturing processes and production systems. Applies continuous improvement methodologies and PSM requirements, analyzes operational problems, leads improvement projects, implements solutions, collaborates cross-functionally, and mentors junior engineers. Requires an engineering degree or 3–5 years of related manufacturing engineering experience, along with strong analytical, communication, and change-management skills.

Supports manufacturing and production operations through process development, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, APQP, equipment support, quality improvement, and implementation of engineering changes. Develops process documentation and standard work, analyzes test and manufacturing results, performs root cause analysis, and collaborates with production, quality, operations, design, and engineering teams. Work may involve machining, CNC, assembly, testing, and automated manufacturing processes in an onsite facility.

Supports manufacturing process improvement, safety, quality, capacity, and waste reduction initiatives. Collaborates with operators, engineers, and maintenance technicians to improve workstations, material flow, assembly processes, line balancing, work instructions, and process controls. Maintains ERP data, investigates quality non-conformances, tracks plant KPIs, and contributes to continuous improvement and capacity expansion efforts.

Develops and optimizes manufacturing processes, automation systems, and production equipment to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity. Responsibilities include root cause analysis, corrective actions, process documentation, continuous improvement, new product introduction support, equipment qualification, production data analysis, troubleshooting, staff training, and safety and quality compliance.

Designs, implements, and improves manufacturing systems, processes, procedures, and tooling for solid rocket motor production. Leads process transitions from development to full production, establishes process controls and readiness criteria, applies Lean and Six Sigma, oversees hazardous-material production operations, maintains SOPs and technical documentation, trains personnel, and collaborates with engineering, safety, compliance, and external stakeholders.

Develops and improves machining and fabrication processes for energy storage products. Responsibilities include designing fixtures and workholding, optimizing CNC programs, establishing CMM and inspection methods, implementing automation and robotics, conducting capability studies, improving workflows, supporting design for manufacturing, and driving continuous improvement. The role requires hands-on shop-floor collaboration, process troubleshooting, equipment integration, quality assurance, and production cost analysis.

Lead supplier oversight for critical suppliers: perform process reviews, PFMEA, control plans, audits, capacity assessments, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and cross-functional coordination to improve delivery, yield, and manufacturability. Provide technical leadership, on-site support, and mentor teams to implement data-driven manufacturing improvements.

Optimize manufacturing of pulsed power assemblies through DFM/A, work instructions, validation procedures, hands-on assembly support, quality improvement, configuration management, and repair or rework processes. The role translates engineering designs into operational hardware, supports production teams, manages procurement and equipment, validates safety procedures, resolves nonconformances, and mentors manufacturing engineers and technicians in an onsite R&D environment.

Optimize manufacturing of optical assemblies and related hardware for quality, throughput, and schedule performance. Responsibilities include DFM/A, translating designs into production hardware, authoring work instructions, improving processes, supporting assembly and rework, managing configuration and procurement, maintaining equipment, resolving nonconformances, validating safety procedures, and mentoring manufacturing engineers and technicians.

Designs and improves manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, production layouts, operational procedures, and testing plans for metallic and composite aerospace products. Supports production and engineering teams, investigates quality issues, develops statistical process controls, creates CAD models and drawings, and ensures compliance with aerospace quality and certification standards. The role also provides manufacturing liaison support and assists with material and mechanical testing.

Supports production engineering activities, including obsolescence mitigation, verification of products against technical drawings, interpretation of bills of materials and schematics, and support for established and developing manufacturing processes. Collaborates with engineering teams on development-to-manufacturing transitions and product lifecycle activities while providing technical and communication support to DoD customers.

Lead new product introduction and manufacturing transfer for advanced eBeam inspection systems. Coordinate Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and suppliers through beta builds, production release, design changes, configuration management, and operational readiness. Drive design-for-manufacturability improvements, troubleshoot complex electromechanical systems, manage project plans, support supplier qualification and field activities, and present technical recommendations to leadership. Travel up to 20% is required, including trips to Singapore and Milpitas.

Designs, improves, and supports manufacturing processes for sheet metal HVAC products. Responsibilities include CAPEX development and execution, equipment installation and commissioning, process troubleshooting, Lean improvement, layout and workflow optimization, standard work documentation, production launches, automation support, and validation of safety, quality, throughput, labor efficiency, and cost improvements.

Provide hands-on engineering support across the full metal casting process, own a defined family of castings, lead continuous improvement, support new program launches, maintain tooling and quality records, interpret prints/CMM reports, and contribute to PPAP and downstream process improvements.

Own manufacturing process development, tooling, fixtures, quality systems, and production documentation for a Las Vegas hardware production line. Diagnose production issues, implement corrective actions, provide DFM feedback, and improve yield, cycle time, and first-pass quality. Manage and mentor associate engineers on the assembly floor while partnering with Operations and Program Management on capacity, scheduling, and delivery commitments.

Leads automation manufacturing engineering for rubber products across multiple sites. Defines and selects equipment, tooling, processes, layouts, standards, and capital investments; supports industrialization, product launches, continuous improvement, cost reduction, risk mitigation, and stable production. Provides technical authority, supplier coordination, KPI monitoring, training, and plant support while applying Lean and Six Sigma methods.

Creates, standardizes, and documents manufacturing processes; maintains BOMs, engineering drawings, and related documents; evaluates processes to reduce non-value-added activities; collaborates with vendors and suppliers on quality and engineering issues; and supports Quality and Product Engineers in resolving manufacturing-related quality problems.

Develops, improves, and documents manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and process controls. Analyzes quality, cost, throughput, and production data to drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. Supports troubleshooting, corrective actions, technical training, vendor coordination, and production changes. Creates layouts and documentation using CAD software, works cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and IT, and contributes to automation and paper-free factory initiatives.

Directs manufacturing engineering activities, capital projects, equipment installation, fabrication process optimization, robotics integration, preventive maintenance, and production support. Performs APQP, PFMEA, control planning, run-at-rate analysis, error-proofing, root-cause analysis, and yield improvement. Collaborates with production, maintenance, contractors, and quality teams while supporting scheduling, material planning, quoting, operator training, and future fabrication strategy.

Leads manufacturing and new product introduction for Uber’s autonomous vehicle fleet. Oversees production-line execution, factory-floor integration, technical statements of work, EBOM-to-MBOM translation, end-of-line sensor calibrations, vendor accountability, and transition from prototype builds to scalable field operations. Provides technical leadership to Manufacturing and Integration & Retrofit Engineers while coordinating with Hardware R&D and contract manufacturing partners.

Provides technical floor support for CARC painting and media blasting operations at a defense manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include researching and improving manufacturing processes, developing work methods, conducting engineering analyses and tests, supporting equipment and tooling, interpreting specifications and test results, and ensuring compliance with military, quality, cost, schedule, and performance requirements. The role works closely with shop employees on third-shift production operations.

Develops, optimizes, and supports manufacturing processes for cylindrical and worm gear production. Responsibilities include process design, CNC programming, gear machining, root cause analysis, corrective actions, process documentation, continuous improvement, supplier and customer technical support, and compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Designs, develops, and implements electronics manufacturing processes focused on SMT and THT. Leads process improvement initiatives, develops inspection and testing procedures, supports design for manufacturability, maintains process documentation and BOMs, troubleshoots production and equipment issues, and applies lean manufacturing principles. Collaborates with cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Supports development and routine operation of CAR-T manufacturing processes as a technical subject matter expert. Provides frontline troubleshooting, investigates process issues, supports CAPAs and inspections, coordinates with equipment suppliers, monitors process health, and identifies improvement and waste-reduction opportunities. The role partners with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Compliance teams to maintain audit readiness, improve throughput and quality, and support compliant production operations.

Develop and maintain responsive web applications supporting semiconductor manufacturing operations. Translate business requirements into secure, user-friendly workflows; integrate APIs, databases, and enterprise data services; implement authentication and role-based access controls; and contribute across the software lifecycle from design through deployment and sustainment. Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and data teams while using Agile and Git-based workflows. The role also supports AI enablement and continuous improvements in software quality, productivity, and decision-making.