Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes, equipment, and product designs to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. This role provides hands-on technical support to production, resolves process and material issues, leads engineering and continuous-improvement initiatives, and supports product quality, equipment reliability, process optimization, technical documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Design, modify, and qualify production equipment and tooling.
• Provide hands-on technical support to the shop floor.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve process and material issues.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Support product quality initiatives and root-cause analysis.
• Ensure equipment reliability through preventive maintenance and upgrades.
• Optimize process parameters for cost reduction and efficiency gains.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including process specs and SOPs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, QA, Supply Chain) to align engineering solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related engineering field.
• 0-2 years of manufacturing, engineering, or related experience; relevant internship or co-op experience may be considered.
• Working knowledge of engineering principles with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across manufacturing and technical teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Ability to identify problems, analyze data, and support root-cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a manufacturing environment and follow established safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Exposure to composite materials, fiberglass manufacturing, or other process-manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with CAD/CAE software, including SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with quality systems, inspection requirements, and engineering documentation practices.