Description The Manufacturing Engineer is a key technical leader within the Engineering department, responsible for driving strategic improvements to manufacturing operations across product lines. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership in process development, and cross-functional collaboration to scale production capabilities. The Manufacturing Engineer leads high-impact initiatives and plays a critical role in advancing the company’s automation, quality, and productivity goals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Lead the development, optimization, and scaling of complex manufacturing processes for new and existing products. • Design and implementation of advanced fixtures, tooling, and automation systems for welding, CNC machining, and assembly operations. • Identify, justify, and implement strategic process improvements that reduce cost, increase throughput, and enhance quality. • Define and manage manufacturing engineering projects from concept through implementation. • Develop and standardize robust documentation and work instructions. • Lead configuration management activities and executing engineering changes. • Maintain and improve ERP-integrated manufacturing data such as BOMs and routings. • Provide engineering support to shop floor, vendors, and other departments. Requirements • Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making capabilities. • Demonstrated success leading multi-disciplinary engineering projects. • Proficient in SolidWorks, DraftSight, and other design and simulation tools. • Skill and knowledge of CNC machining, welding processes, robotic automation. • Strong knowledge of ERP systems and production control methodologies. • Experience in automation of manual processes. • Experience in CNC programming, robotic programming, etc. • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience. • 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering. • Proven track record with manufacturing process development, automation, and capital projects. • Prior experience in high-mix, low-volume environments is a plus. • CAM software (e.g., Mastercam) and robotic welding programming experience are a plus. • ERP system experience (Global Shop, Syteline, SAP, etc.) strongly preferred. • Teamwork oriented, open office environment. • PPE including safety shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs must be worn while in the shop.