Manufacturing Engineer - Contract - Second Shift

What you'll do:

• Develop and implement innovative solutions to optimize manufacturing processes, including automation, tooling, and equipment upgrades
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, productivity, safety, and quality
• Collaborate with engineering design teams to ensure manufacturability and provide input on design for manufacturing principles
• Design and implement production fixtures, tooling, and assembly aids to enhance productivity and ensure product quality
• Train and mentor production personnel on new processes, equipment, and techniques to ensure successful implementation and ongoing compliance
• Establish and maintain documentation for manufacturing processes, including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process specifications
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to manufacturing teams to optimize production workflows, troubleshoot problems, and resolve technical issues in real-time
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions, to address manufacturing issues, such as defects, downtime, scrap, and customer concerns
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by providing manufacturing engineering expertise throughout the development lifecycle
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in manufacturing to drive continuous improvement initiatives and advance our manufacturing capabilities
• Lead and support process validation activities, including Layered Process Reviews and internal audits, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements, regulatory requirements, and industry standards

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other related field
• 3-8 years of experience in a similar field or industry or an advanced degree with limited experience
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and process improvement tools (e.g. DMAIC, Kaizen, 5S, PDCA) to streamline workflows, reduce waste, minimize inventory, and optimize production efficiency
• Work independently with sound interpretation and judgement
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and production technicians, coordinate activities, and act as a point of contact for specific areas or projects
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (including composites, machining, mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, welding, and special processes)
• Experience and ability to evaluate and implement new manufacturing processes, technologies, and innovative solutions to enhance manufacturing capabilities
• Hands on experience in process development, optimization, problem solving, and validation
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g. Siemens NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet challenging deadlines, and drive projects to successful completion within budget and scope

Must-have Requirements:

• Second Shift hours
• Must be willing to work overtime as required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and sitting, for extended periods of time
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics
• Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call