Top Manufacturing Engineer Jobs

Develop and execute supply chain strategies for complex microreactor components, including supplier identification, qualification, onboarding, supplier quality, design-for-manufacturability feedback, make-versus-buy analysis, should-costing, metrics, and prototype hardware delivery. The role partners closely with engineering and quality teams to mature suppliers and scale production from prototyping to full-rate manufacturing.

Leads manufacturing process development and optimization for new and existing products across fabrication, assembly, and extrusion. Responsibilities include transitioning designs to mass production, designing equipment and workflows, improving quality and efficiency, reducing waste, implementing automation, managing APQP and PPAP activities, conducting Six Sigma and Kaizen projects, and maintaining SPC and quality systems.

Hands-on Manufacturing Engineer responsible for lean manufacturing, 5S, equipment and process reliability, automation, workflow improvements, root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, production reporting, quality documentation, capital projects, and safety improvements. The role works closely with operations, maintenance, and quality teams in an onsite manufacturing environment and requires supporting shop-floor troubleshooting, equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Develops and oversees manufacturing processes for tactical rocket motors, ammunition, composite components, and related defense products. Responsibilities include creating work instructions, analyzing process data, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, evaluating discrepant hardware, coordinating with design engineering, implementing engineering changes, improving safety and efficiency, and supporting manufacturing personnel. The role is fully on-site in Rocket Center, West Virginia, requires 10% travel, and requires eligibility for a U.S. Secret clearance.

Supports urethane casting processes by troubleshooting production issues, leading CAPA and process-improvement efforts, developing process controls, and maintaining documentation. Leads manufacturing-floor projects involving process development, equipment onboarding, quality inspection, throughput, and cost reduction. Analyzes laboratory and production data, interprets customer specifications, collaborates across departments, and supports safe, efficient operations.

Designs and improves manufacturing processes, production layouts, equipment, tooling, and operating procedures for medical device battery components. Ensures equipment efficiency, product quality, regulatory compliance, and statistical process control. Leads corrective actions and process improvement projects while collaborating with engineering and operations teams. The role is fully onsite in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, supporting rechargeable, pacing, and diagnostic battery manufacturing.

Designs, validates, and scales manufacturing processes for autonomous marine robots. Responsibilities include NPI, DFM, assembly and test procedures, CAD fixtures, ERP routings, quality documentation, production troubleshooting, technician training, change control, and lean continuous improvement. The role supports electromechanical integration, marine durability, pressure and waterproofing verification, supplier coordination, and compliance with AS9100 and related quality standards.

Provides manufacturing engineering solutions for customers across diverse industries. Leads projects involving process and line layout design, equipment specification and procurement, installation oversight, FAT/SAT qualification, plant expansions, and continuous improvement. Manages project scope, budgets, schedules, contractors, and vendors while applying lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, quality, and hands-on production expertise.

Designs, validates, troubleshoots, and improves manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and fixtures for medical devices. Supports production quality, safety, compliance, experiments, risk management, design controls, supplier collaboration, and engineering projects. Trains operators on process changes and partners with cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing issues and optimize performance.

Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions and process documentation, optimize layouts and workflows, support new product introductions, conduct process capability studies, troubleshoot production issues, and implement data-driven continuous improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste and costs, and maintain quality and throughput.

Supports medical device manufacturing through process and equipment analysis, production troubleshooting, tooling optimization, validation, documentation, and continuous improvement. Leads engineering studies, design of experiments, equipment upgrades, and cross-functional corrective actions. Uses CAD tools to optimize tooling and collaborates with manufacturing, quality, maintenance, safety, planning, and metrology teams. The role is fully onsite and requires technical support for metal forming, grinding, electropolishing, automation, and related production equipment.

Leads manufacturing strategy, plant capacity expansion, labor and throughput planning, capital equipment projects, facility layout optimization, Lean initiatives, and production readiness for HVAC and modular data center manufacturing. Manages equipment specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and implementation while mentoring engineers and supporting operational excellence.

Leads manufacturing engineering for early-stage aerospace vehicle and subsystem programs. Develops manufacturing plans, supports prototype and demonstrator builds, performs producibility and DFX assessments, creates readiness and tooling artifacts, and manages manufacturing risks and technology roadmaps. Partners with engineering, program management, supply chain, and operations teams to influence design decisions, resolve nonconformances, and ensure manufacturability. Provides technical leadership and mentors engineers.

Leads manufacturing engineering projects for orthopedic medical device production, including process development, validation, equipment acquisition, tooling, root cause investigations, Lean and Six Sigma improvements, measurement systems, and production support. Coordinates cross-functional teams, manages project plans, prepares technical documentation, supports regulated manufacturing compliance, and improves quality, capacity, cost, and process capability.

Support design, development, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and processes. Lead process implementation, continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma), tooling design, production support, KPI improvement, reporting, and cross-site/supplier coordination.

Support and improve manufacturing processes for automotive and industrial vehicle sub-assemblies. Responsibilities include evaluating equipment, diagnosing failures, designing efficient workflows and layouts, improving productivity, reducing costs, and supporting safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals. The role collaborates with manufacturing, quality teams, vendors, and support groups, requiring hands-on engineering, problem-solving, drawing interpretation, CAD, process balancing, and occasional shop fabrication or equipment-related work.

Supports aerospace manufacturing through production process improvement, equipment optimization, continuous improvement, quality issue resolution, and process capability enhancement. Leads line-support initiatives, develops problem-solving capabilities, addresses 8D and RMA concerns, and assists with control plans, FMEAs, process flow charts, and assembly drawings. Requires collaboration across production and engineering teams, mentoring, production-floor involvement, and occasional vendor or customer travel.

Leads manufacturing engineering for optical and laser-based products across new product introduction and sustaining operations. Develops scalable processes, work instructions, test methods, fixtures, tooling, and training; supports optical alignment, metrology, testing, and production readiness. Resolves manufacturing, supplier, and quality issues through root cause analysis and CAPA, while driving Lean improvements in throughput, yield, cost, and efficiency. Collaborates with R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Production, and mentors technicians and manufacturing personnel.

Develops, implements, and improves manufacturing processes for existing and new products. Responsibilities include process optimization, equipment layout, quality testing, DFM reviews, tooling and fixture development, production troubleshooting, root cause analysis, documentation, employee training, and lean continuous improvement. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, cost, and production efficiency.

Lead design and implementation of manufacturing processes for medical devices, drive process improvements, support new product transfers, use statistical methods (DOE, SPC), create project plans and documentation, collaborate cross-functionally, and support quality and regulatory requirements.

Evaluates and improves manufacturing processes, workflows, layouts, tooling, equipment, and work instructions. Conducts feasibility assessments, manages equipment and tooling procurement, supports product launches, addresses ergonomic concerns, and leads continuous improvement initiatives. Serves as a subject matter expert by coaching engineers, training teams, and managing complex manufacturing programs across production, assembly, welding, and low-volume manufacturing environments.

Evaluates and improves manufacturing processes, including workflow, layouts, tooling, fixtures, equipment, work instructions, and production methods. Supports feasibility assessments, equipment procurement, product launches, pilot builds, testing, process sign-offs, ergonomics, technical training, and continuous improvement. Requires an engineering degree, production-based experience, manufacturing process knowledge, time-study capability, ISO 9001 and AS9100 familiarity, strong project planning skills, and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for ITAR compliance.

Manufacturing Engineer responsible for improving assembly processes, productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance. Designs fixtures, jigs, tooling, workholding devices, and production aids; creates 3D CAD models and engineering drawings; leads Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, root cause analysis, time studies, capacity analysis, and line balancing. Supports equipment installation, automation, robotics, new product introductions, process validation, tooling projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Develop and maintain manufacturing methods, operating sequences, and processes for semiconductor equipment components and assemblies. Coordinate product improvements and new product releases, lead DFx cost and quality initiatives, establish time standards, recommend tooling, develop test procedures, and identify root causes and corrective actions using PFMEA. Mentor junior engineers and support continuous improvement, automation, lean manufacturing, and operational excellence.

Develop and maintain manufacturing methods, operating sequences, and processes for parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies. Coordinate product improvements, reduce manufacturing costs, improve quality, establish time standards, recommend tooling, develop test procedures, and investigate root causes. Apply lean principles, automation, DFx, and PFMEA to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. CMP knowledge is preferred.