Top Manufacturing Engineer Jobs

Lead supplier selection, qualification, and new-product introduction for electromechanical components (wire harnesses, PCBAs, motors). Improve supplier quality, cost, delivery, and capacity; drive root-cause analyses and supplier corrective actions; define technical/quality requirements; and collaborate cross-functionally to ramp parts to volume production.

Designs and scales manufacturing processes from prototype to production, develops work instructions and QA procedures, implements PFMEA and process improvements, selects/vendors equipment, coordinates with technicians and contract manufacturers, and applies DfM/DfA and GD&T to ensure high-yield production.

Designs and improves manufacturing systems to increase quality, throughput, and equipment capability. Develops process documentation, evaluates and launches machinery, supports plant operations, manages capital projects, and prepares cost estimates. Provides technical guidance, analyzes manufacturing data, mentors others, and collaborates cross-functionally. The role requires expertise in machining or assembly, machine tool specifications, equipment qualification, CAD, GD&T, and manufacturing process development.

Leads manufacturing projects, process improvements, CAPEX initiatives, fixture design, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, engineering change orders, and manufacturing documentation updates. Provides mentorship to manufacturing engineering technicians while optimizing layouts, material flow, quality, and waste reduction using Lean tools. Requires an engineering-related bachelor’s degree, manufacturing engineering experience, Lean expertise, CAD and statistical analysis software proficiency, and familiarity with ERP/MRP and PLM systems.

Interface with ASIC design teams, foundries, and OSAT vendors to transition products into production. Analyze yield and statistical test data, investigate failures and manufacturing incidents, improve production efficiency, and resolve process or design issues. Support design-for-manufacturing reviews, wafer utilization, supply-chain quality, and on-time delivery. Maintain manufacturing specifications, process documentation, and best-known methods.

Manufacturing Engineer Intern supporting the development, debugging, and automation of test and calibration systems for hardware assemblies. Responsibilities include Python and Bash scripting, Git workflows, code reviews, datasheet interpretation, and exposure to Linux, build systems, and cross-compiling. The role involves hands-on work in a manufacturing or laboratory environment with electronics, mechanical fixtures, and production testing.

Develop manufacturing build plans, routings, job travelers, and bills of materials from engineering drawings. Review designs for manufacturability, resolve production issues, support engineering changes, and coordinate build sequencing across production and materials teams. Identify tooling and fixturing opportunities, implement lean and continuous-improvement initiatives, and ensure accurate technical documentation. The role requires aerospace manufacturing experience, drawing interpretation, GD&T knowledge, and proficiency with ERP and office software.

Designs tooling, fixtures, equipment, and manufacturing processes for welding, powder coating, assembly, integration, and shipping preparation. Leads process improvements, product launches, root cause analysis, documentation, Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, KPI tracking, and capital projects. Provides technical production support, reviews drawings, improves workstation layouts, and ensures safety, quality, and efficiency across manufacturing operations.

Designs, optimizes, and supports manufacturing processes for electro-mechanical and single-use medical devices. Develops procedures, tooling, fixtures, and equipment while ensuring FDA and ISO compliance. Leads root cause investigations, CAPA, process validation, continuous improvement, and production troubleshooting. Uses Epicor ERP for BOMs, routing, work orders, inventory, and planning. Collaborates with Quality, Regulatory, R&D, and Production on launches and transfers, supports design controls, and trains production personnel.

Supports tank ammunition assembly and manufacturing operations on-site. Reviews drawings and specifications, instructs operators, troubleshoots equipment and processes, prepares work instructions, supports tooling and gage selection, monitors SPC data, and analyzes production performance. Requires manufacturing engineering experience, molding and automated dispensing expertise, robotic equipment knowledge, CAD and GD&T skills, Lean manufacturing knowledge, and eligibility for a U.S. Secret clearance.

Design, develop, and improve product-specific manufacturing processes, including plant layout, tooling, equipment installation, and process verification. Create work instructions, ensure quality conformance, support engineering changes, manage materials and purchase orders, and drive process efficiency, safety, and cross-functional collaboration. Lead small teams and participate in trials and continuous improvement efforts.

Develops and optimizes additive manufacturing processes for flight-critical parts. Responsibilities include DfAM, CAD and print preparation, process parameter development, build simulation, machine operation, troubleshooting, inspection planning, quality compliance, process improvement, materials and post-processing analysis, production coordination, and qualification of aerospace AM components.

Develops and improves manufacturing processes for aerospace flight-control components, including gears, splines, and cylindrical parts. Responsibilities include NPI drawing reviews, DFMA analysis, tooling and fixture design, process prove-out, troubleshooting, quality improvement, production support, automation implementation, capital equipment selection, and technical ownership of gear-production equipment. The role also supports legacy programs, root-cause corrective actions, inspection methods, and coordination across manufacturing and engineering teams.

Drive process improvements, develop BOMs and manufacturing methods, create shop drawings, support daily operations and quality, manage new-product projects, and evaluate manufacturing technologies in a precision CNC and sheet-metal aerospace/defense environment.

Develops and documents manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and machine designs. Provides technical support to shop-floor operations, maintains process documentation and equipment, investigates and resolves production issues, supports maintenance improvements, participates in audits, and evaluates new processes and equipment. The role requires manufacturing or mechanical engineering knowledge, assembly experience, computer proficiency, electro-mechanical skills, and the ability to learn LabVIEW.

Manufacturing Engineer Interns develop and improve manufacturing processes, including layouts, work sequences, time studies, tooling, equipment, and material flow. They support production lines, analyze technical and quality issues, conduct root cause analysis, implement countermeasures, and participate in Kaizen, safety, capital equipment, and facility projects. The role involves collaboration with manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, and frontline team members while applying analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Develop and maintain manufacturing methods, operating sequences, and processes for parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. Coordinate product improvements and new product releases, reduce costs, improve quality, establish time standards, and recommend tooling and process requirements. Develop test procedures, evaluate results, identify root causes, perform PFMEA, and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and operational performance.

Leads manufacturing engineering for aircraft power electronics and electric propulsion, including new product introduction, process development, equipment readiness, design-for-manufacturing reviews, continuous improvement, validation, and production scale-up. Partners with design, quality, test, and equipment teams to improve safety, quality, throughput, ergonomics, and end-of-line testing. Develops manufacturing procedures and supports welding, soldering, adhesive dispensing, power electronics assembly, and volume production.

Designs, develops, improves, and implements manufacturing processes. Troubleshoots production issues, analyzes scrap and defects, improves workflow, designs fixtures and test equipment, and supports new product introductions. Creates process instructions, trains employees, and specifies, orders, implements, and debugs production equipment. Provides technical leadership to shop operations and maintenance teams.

Optimizes aerospace composite manufacturing processes across fabrication, assembly, curing, machining, bonding, and inspection. Leads continuous improvement, root cause analysis, corrective actions, process validation, documentation, tooling and equipment improvements, production readiness, and capacity planning. Partners with cross-functional teams to improve throughput, quality, cost, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance while providing hands-on production support.

Leads hands-on manufacturing engineering, including equipment troubleshooting, automation, process improvement, equipment design and qualification, production data analysis, dashboard maintenance, and regulated documentation. Supports manufacturing scale-up, design transfers, validation, change controls, root cause analysis, and quality compliance. Provides technical leadership and mentorship while collaborating with Operations, Quality, R&D, IT, suppliers, and production teams.

Drives continuous improvement across machining and manufacturing operations by improving processes, tooling, fixturing, routings, layouts, and production methods. Performs cost analysis, monitors KPIs, resolves production issues, supports machinists, collaborates on design for manufacturability, and partners with engineering, quality, purchasing, vendors, and production teams to reduce costs and lead times while maintaining quality.

Develops and implements manufacturing processes for advanced autonomous aircraft, including composites and metallic components. Builds production facilities, procures equipment, designs tooling, creates manufacturing documentation, conducts feasibility and production-readiness reviews, and leads prototype production through full-scale manufacturing. Collaborates with aircraft designers on design for manufacturing and supports quality-control activities in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment.

Lead fabrication and assembly process development, product launches, design-for-manufacturing reviews, process improvements, and Lean manufacturing initiatives. Manage manufacturing specifications, risk assessments, project schedules, budgets, and operational targets while ensuring quality, safety, security, and environmental compliance. The role requires 5+ years of manufacturing experience, engineering education, quality-system knowledge, AIAG Core Tools experience, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance.

Provides hands-on production-floor engineering support by troubleshooting manufacturing defects, process variation, material issues, tooling, and mechanical assemblies. Investigates root causes, evaluates materials and specialized processes, implements corrective actions, improves yield and quality, develops process documentation, supports qualifications and audits, and collaborates with Quality, Product Engineering, Purchasing, suppliers, operators, and technicians on manufacturing improvement projects.