Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Overview

Our client, a dynamic team centric contract manufacturer in Central Vermont, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to join their Engineering Team. Collaborating across departments and with clients, you'll ensure efficient and consistent product manufacturing, emphasizing electromechanical expertise and adherence to Lean principles.

Responsibilities

· Lead the design and development of new production cells, analyzing product requirements and adhering to guidelines.

· Optimize facility and line layouts through Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing events to enhance workflow efficiency.

· Design and fabricate test fixtures and gauges as necessary.

· Coordinate with external sources for tooling design and production.

· Identify opportunities to upgrade tooling, systems, and processes with advanced technologies.

· Develop and maintain documentation including prints and Work Instructions.

· Provide engineering documents for manufacturing operations and assist in training production team members.

· Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers to review and modify part CAD drawings.

· Manage and review Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), both internal and customer generated.

· Produce prototypes and early-stage production units to validate design and manufacturability.

· Utilize technical and critical thinking skills to resolve design and manufacturing issues.

· Liaise with vendors and the Purchasing Department for component sourcing and outside services.

· Regularly collaborate with Engineering and Customer Relationship Managers, as well as customers, on projects.

· Calculate project costs and delivery lead times as required.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's or associate degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering, or equivalent professional experience.

· Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience.

· Experience with electromechanical product design and manufacturing preferred.

· Proficiency in mechanical design software such as SolidWorks for prints and 3D modeling.

· Strong ability to develop and implement effective fixtures.

· Thorough understanding of Design for Manufacturing principles.

· Experience creating and implementing work instructions.

· Familiarity with sheet metal, precision machining, and plastic injection molding desirable.

· Excellent critical thinking and cross-functional teamwork skills.

· Proficiency in MS Office, MRP, and other business-related software.

· Knowledge of ISO quality systems and procedures.

· Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and willingness to collaborate.

This position is at our client’s Vermont manufacturing location. Compensation based on experience.