Manufacturing Engineer – Custom Machine Build

Do you thrive in a hands-on engineering environment where every day brings a new challenge? A manufacturer of custom automated machinery is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their operations team and drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and throughput.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex manufacturing problems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and being part of a company where innovation and continuous improvement are front and center.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement enhanced manufacturing methods using lean principles to reduce cost, lead times, and waste
• Evaluate and optimize machining, fabrication, assembly, and testing processes for custom-built machines
• Design tooling and fixtures to support efficient and repeatable production processes
• Troubleshoot process and quality issues on the floor and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to improve manufacturability and support engineering change processes
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen events and root cause problem-solving
• Assist in programming CNC equipment, robotic welders, and laser cutting machines
• Support capital equipment evaluations and justification through ROI analysis

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering or process improvement role
• Strong understanding of machining and mechanical assembly processes
• Experience in a job shop or custom machine build environment is highly preferred
• Proven knowledge of lean tools such as 5S, SMED, Kanban, and standard work
• Hands-on problem solver with strong analytical and communication skills

Why This Role:

• Be part of a company that builds machines, not widgets — each project is unique and full of technical variety
• Opportunity to make a real impact on manufacturing performance, quality, and safety
• Work cross-functionally with passionate teams in Engineering, Production, and Quality
• Join a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence