12,974 Senior Manufacturing Engineer jobs in the United States

**Job Description:**
+ Looking for a motivated Production Engineer to join our team to help support operations with the assembly, test, certification, and shipment of our optical, resistivity, and thin-film thickness measurement systems
**Responsibilities:**
+ Act as a liaison between production and design engineering, facilitating the successful transition of new products into manufacturing processes.
+ Identify opportunities for yield enhancement and cycle time reduction, implementing solutions to optimize production efficiency.
+ Conduct in-depth analysis of product failures, identifying root causes and collaborating with the team to implement corrective actions.
+ Create and refine work instructions and operational procedures to ensure clarity, simplicity, and efficiency in production workflows.
+ Utilize ERP systems for managing bills of materials and material movement, ensuring effective tracking and organization within the production environment.
**Experience:**
+ Demonstrated experience in the development of production documentation.
+ Demonstrated experience in the development of manufacturing processes and process improvements.
+ Experience developing and implementing Quality, SPC, and Safety systems.
+ Demonstrated experience in maintaining accurate BOM and cost information.
**Skills:**
+ Manufacturing background
+ Mechanical /Electrical /Optical exp.
+ Engineering Production
+ CAD/SolidWorks
+ Statistical Process Control (SPC)
**Education:**
+ A bachelor's degree (required), master's or advanced degree (desired) in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Manufacturing/Systems Engineering or Physics/Materials Science.
**About US Tech Solutions:**
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Job Description

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Company Summary
We are a small but established technology company specializing in advanced materials and optical solutions for diverse industries. Our team is driven by innovation, precision, and a strong commitment to quality. As a close-knit organization, we offer a collaborative environment where employees gain exposure to multiple aspects of the business, enjoy significant responsibility, and have opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

Position Overview
We are seeking a Manufacturing / Production Engineer to join our team and support our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background, hands-on problem-solving ability, and the motivation to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting. This role is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer eager to expand their skills or for a seasoned professional interested in mentoring and contributing to a stable, innovative company.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
• Troubleshoot equipment and production issues, implementing effective corrective actions.
• Contribute to quality control initiatives, including root cause analysis and process validation.
• Document procedures, process improvements, and best practices.
• Provide technical input for new product introduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior or non-technical team members, fostering a culture of learning and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications
Education (preferred but not required):

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Optical Science, or Laser Technology.

Experience:

• 3–7 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Quality Engineer.
• Hands-on technical experience in manufacturing, production, or process improvement environments.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.

Other Considerations:

• Candidates with non-technical backgrounds may be considered if they are highly hands-on, fast learners, and comfortable working with technical concepts.
• Open to both early-career professionals seeking growth and experienced candidates seeking to mentor and contribute.
• Must be able to commit to at least 3 years of availability; ideally 5 years or more.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a collaborative, innovative environment where your impact is immediate and visible.
• Gain broad exposure across technical, operational, and business areas.
• Enjoy career growth opportunities in a stable yet entrepreneurial setting.
• Contribute to meaningful work with advanced technology solutions that serve global industries.

 

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**About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company**
**Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.**
The Industrial Engineer will review and restructure design engineering Bill of Materials (B.O.M.) through operations coding and parts grouping to produce assembly B.O.M. to support several production areas and/or facilities. This role will develop work instructions and line balance of new or existing products through assembly documentation; improve and maintain current documentation to support the assembly plants.
**YOUR IMPACT:**
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
+ Under supervision, perform engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned according to Oshkosh Corporation's engineering standards and processes.
+ Support more senior engineers in the preparation of plants, designs, computation methods, and reporting.
+ Responsible for a project or part of a project of limited complexity; may be responsible for managing multiple projects.
+ Collaborate with other engineering or business support disciplines internally as well as suppliers externally.
+ Identify and design process improvements in the areas of safety, quality, and productivity.
+ Determine appropriate assembly fixtures, plant layouts, and workstations to maximize space.
+ Establish manpower requirements, line and sub-assembly balancing data, and expectancy time performances.
+ Provide technical support and assistance as a resource in assigned area.
+ Determine and propose process improvements to meet production levels, utilizing lean/six sigma principles and methodologies.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering or related field.
+ One (1) - two (2) or more years of experience.
**STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Experience working within the heavy equipment manufacturing industry or automobile industry.
+ Experience in automotive assembly operations with application of Lean and/or Six Sigma tools.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; including a strong emphasis on Excel.
+ Prior experience with managing data and producing charts in Excel.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Analytical, critical thinking, attention to detail, communication and patterning skills to evaluate data and provide recommendations.
**CORE COMPETENCIES:**
+ **Internal Contacts:** Contact with peers and others involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of factual information; may include the communication of sensitive or confidential information.
+ **External Contacts:** External contact involving a requirement to maintain a continuing external working relationship with individuals, or organizations.
+ **Communication Skills:** Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Write routine reports, correspondence and speak effectively before both internal and external groups. Read, analyze and interpret business manuals, technical procedures and/or government regulations. Read, analyze and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Prepare and/or present written communications that pertain to controversial and complex topics.
+ **Decision-Making:** Regularly makes decisions involving how a project or operation will be conducted (i.e. sequence or method), and generally from an available set of alternatives or precedents.
+ **Complexity, Judgment and Problem Solving:** Generally diversified and moderately difficult work. Requires judgement in the adaptation and interpretation of established practices and procedures to meet problems and situations to which the application is not clearly defined.
**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
+ **Physical Demands:** Frequent: Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion; Occasional: Reaching, Climbing, Driving, Bending/Kneeling, Lifting/Carrying 30lbs., Pushing/Pulling 30llbs.
+ **Non-Physical Demands:** Frequent: Analysis/Reasoning, Communication/Interpretation, Math/Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e. auditing, problem solving, grant writing, composing reports); Occasional: Writing.
+ **Environmental Demands:** Frequent: Task Changes, Tedious/Exacting Work; Occasional: Work Alone, High Volume Public Contact, Dust, Temperature Extremes, Loud Noises, Physical Danger, Toxic Substances (i.e. solvents, pesticides, etc.)
+ **Work Schedule:** Routine shift hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.
+ **Demands/Deadlines:** High volume and variable work demands and deadlines impose strain on routine basis or considerable stress intermittently; OR regular direct contacts with distressed individuals within the immediate work environment; and/or exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.
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**Pay Range:**
$72,200.00 - $116,200.00
The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Our client, a leading organization in the manufacturing industry, is seeking an Industrial Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. As an Industrial Manufacturing Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting global collaboration with engineering teams from various regions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a proactive mindset, which will align successfully within the organization.
**Job Title:** Industrial Manufacturing Engineer
**Location:** Mebane, North Carolina
**Pay Range:** $55/hr DOE plus benefits/OT
**What's the Job?**
+ Lead industrialization efforts from a production perspective during program launches
+ Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers under contract management plans
+ Identify and implement process improvements using change management tools
+ Develop and deliver manufacturing methods aligned with lean and DES principles
+ Plan and execute new product trials and resolve complex inefficiencies
**What's Needed?**
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent
+ 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing and industrial engineering
+ Strong skills in project planning, process development, and technical operations including development of standards, capacity modeling, workload studies, etc.
+ Experience with ERP systems (e.g. QAD), MS 365, MS Project, AutoCAD 2019 working with master files
+ Experience with contract coordination, negotiation, and resource planning
**What's in it for me?**
+ Opportunity to work on innovative manufacturing projects
+ Collaborate with a global team of engineers and professionals
+ Engage in continuous learning and professional development
+ Contribute to process improvements and operational excellence
+ Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to safety and quality
**Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:**
+ Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
+ Dental Plan
+ Vision Plan
+ Health Savings Account
+ Health Flexible Spending Account
+ Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
+ Supplemental Life Insurance
+ Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
+ Business Travel Insurance
+ 401(k), Plus Match
+ Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
**About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.**
_ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands -_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _-_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Chattanooga  
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time  
Function: Engineering  
Pay Range: ($4,603.39 - 107,000.49)
Target Bonus: 8.0%
Req ID: 27572  

Summary

Lincoln Electric Automation is seeking an Integration Engineer to join our team in Chattanooga, TN location. As an Integration Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and refining automated welding systems that drive our customers’ success. This position serves as bridge between Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Engineering, and our customers, ensuring that every automation solution meets the highest standards of performance, reliability, and innovation.

Using your expertise in robotic programming, system integration, and simulation software, you’ll bring complex automation concepts to life—transforming advanced designs into world-class, production-ready systems.

In addition to competitive pay, Lincoln Electric offers an annual bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and many more outstanding benefits!

What You'll Do

Automation & Integration

• Program, integrate, and debug robotic and PLC systems for automated welding and assembly equipment.
• Conduct offline robot programming, reach studies, and layout simulations using Cimstation, RoboGuide, RobotStudio, and Motosim.
• Utilize CAD modeling tools (such as Creo) to develop and modify part designs, tooling, and layouts.
• Support the installation, setup, safety validation, and qualification of automation systems prior to production release.

Process Improvement & Technical Support

• Identify opportunities to improve product quality, process efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods.
• Troubleshoot design, material, or process issues in both new and existing systems.
• Incorporate new technologies, methods, and materials to improve operations and manufacturing performance.
• Provide technical support to production teams across shifts, resolving complex equipment and process issues.

Project Management & Collaboration

• Partner with design, manufacturing, and project management teams to ensure seamless integration and execution.
• Lead or support major automation projects, including new equipment launches and technology demonstrations.
• Work with vendors, contractors, and corporate engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

Leadership, Training & Continuous Improvement

• Mentor and train junior engineers and technicians in robotics, integration, and system troubleshooting.
• Support apprenticeship and RIA certification programs, as well as facility tours and recruitment efforts.
• Participate in integration and tooling audits, maintaining documentation and driving continuous improvement in programming and integration practices.

Required Experience & Education

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Hands-on experience in a mechanical, manufacturing, or automation environment.
• Proficiency in robotic programming and simulation tools (Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, etc.).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, and system integration.
• CAD proficiency (preferably Creo).
• Complies with ISO 14001, and other relevant standards.  Support, implement and understand the intent of the EMS policy.  Participates with ISO-14001 as required.

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Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Chattanooga  
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time  
Function: Engineering  
Pay Range: ($4,603.39 - 107,000.49)
Target Bonus: 8.0%
Req ID: 27572  

Summary

Lincoln Electric Automation is seeking an Integration Engineer to join our team in Chattanooga, TN location. As an Integration Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and refining automated welding systems that drive our customers’ success. This position serves as bridge between Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Engineering, and our customers, ensuring that every automation solution meets the highest standards of performance, reliability, and innovation.

Using your expertise in robotic programming, system integration, and simulation software, you’ll bring complex automation concepts to life—transforming advanced designs into world-class, production-ready systems.

In addition to competitive pay, Lincoln Electric offers an annual bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and many more outstanding benefits!

What You'll Do

Automation & Integration

• Program, integrate, and debug robotic and PLC systems for automated welding and assembly equipment.
• Conduct offline robot programming, reach studies, and layout simulations using Cimstation, RoboGuide, RobotStudio, and Motosim.
• Utilize CAD modeling tools (such as Creo) to develop and modify part designs, tooling, and layouts.
• Support the installation, setup, safety validation, and qualification of automation systems prior to production release.

Process Improvement & Technical Support

• Identify opportunities to improve product quality, process efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods.
• Troubleshoot design, material, or process issues in both new and existing systems.
• Incorporate new technologies, methods, and materials to improve operations and manufacturing performance.
• Provide technical support to production teams across shifts, resolving complex equipment and process issues.

Project Management & Collaboration

• Partner with design, manufacturing, and project management teams to ensure seamless integration and execution.
• Lead or support major automation projects, including new equipment launches and technology demonstrations.
• Work with vendors, contractors, and corporate engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

Leadership, Training & Continuous Improvement

• Mentor and train junior engineers and technicians in robotics, integration, and system troubleshooting.
• Support apprenticeship and RIA certification programs, as well as facility tours and recruitment efforts.
• Participate in integration and tooling audits, maintaining documentation and driving continuous improvement in programming and integration practices.

Required Experience & Education

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Hands-on experience in a mechanical, manufacturing, or automation environment.
• Proficiency in robotic programming and simulation tools (Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, etc.).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, and system integration.
• CAD proficiency (preferably Creo).
• Complies with ISO 14001, and other relevant standards.  Support, implement and understand the intent of the EMS policy.  Participates with ISO-14001 as required.

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Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Us:

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What’s the role?   

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer will lead the transition of new products from Development into sustained Manufacturing and support products through the lifecycle.  Apply Engineering principles to analyze, develop and implement Engineering Change Orders and/or Deviations to document all changes to production process, tools or parts in accordance with GMP and ISO quality requirements.

Sound Interesting?

Here’s what you’ll do:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Responsibilities that are central to the job and MUST be performed either unaided, or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, ref. ADA.)

• Development of new manufacturing technology to increase production capacity, enable future product technology introduction and decrease cost of production maintaining high quality and environmental protection and work safety standards.
• Identify improvement potentials for production processes (capacity analysis, lead time analysis) and cost of production (labor efficiency, material yield rate, other costs).
• Develop new technology in a structured approach based on business case analysis.
• Integrate best practices regarding safety and ergonomics in production workstations.
• Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of product, process, and/or data requires an identification and gathering of relevant factors  
• Performance improvement of installed manufacturing technology at the Chesterfield Site applying continuous improvement, lean, 6 sigma or other methods.
• Improve Overall Equipment Efficiency of existing manufacturing equipment by means of a structured approach (reduce gap between real output and theoretical output), jointly with production
• Optimize capacity of existing manufacturing equipment (increase theoretical output).
• Continuously track production capacity.
• Design and construct or specify and purchase electrical, mechanical and/or software tools and fixtures for performing various tasks in a safe, efficient, repeatable and cost-effective manner.  Perform tooling qualification.
• Continuously and proactively seek cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality or on-time delivery
• Responsible for leading troubleshooting efforts/technical teams to perform root cause analysis and subsequent solution development of process, vendor or design related problems associated with supporting a product
• Analyze the disposition of non-conforming parts
• Track all problem parts for a product and develop and report action plan
• Estimate manufacturing costs and determine time standards
• Work cross functionally to support the development of new products that are manufacturable

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Coordination of project activities with Program Management, Quality, Contract Manufacturer, Purchasing, Service, Marketing,  Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, 

Contribute to the global ZEISS team through coordination and implementation of improvement projects with sister sites. Promote knowledge transfer and coordination for implementation of improvement projects from ZEISS global locations to local site and vice versa.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

Comprehensive analysis prior to decision-making is crucial. Erroneous decisions will have a serious impact on the overall success of company operations and may jeopardize business activities.   Decisions made concerning process improvements, tooling requirements and component disposition and the timeliness of new product introductions will impact the business.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Manufacturing consisting of instrument assembly, calibration and testing that complies with the FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Note: Essential functions may not be limited to the tasks and responsibilities listed within this section. Ordering of essential functions does not necessarily reflect importance of item.

Do you qualify?

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree in engineering discipline or related field
• 3+ years equivalent experience in design or manufacturing engineering OR MS degree in engineering discipline or related field.
• Experience with medical device manufacturing and optics assembly desirable
• Familiar with DFT, GMP, and ISO 9001
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Proficiency with Mentor Graphics a plus
• Proficiency with Solidworks desirable

SPECIAL DEMANDS:

May be required to travel internationally.

This job description does not state nor imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job related duties as requested by management and will also be required to meet safety-related requirements. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Clara Cresswell

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).  

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer will lead the transition of new products from Development into sustained Manufacturing and support products through the lifecycle.  Apply Engineering principles to analyze, develop and implement Engineering Change Orders and/or Deviations to document all changes to production process, tools or parts in accordance with GMP and ISO quality requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Responsibilities that are central to the job and MUST be performed either unaided, or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, ref. ADA.)

• Development of new manufacturing technology to increase production capacity, enable future product technology introduction and decrease cost of production maintaining high quality and environmental protection and work safety standards.
• Identify improvement potentials for production processes (capacity analysis, lead time analysis) and cost of production (labor efficiency, material yield rate, other costs).
• Develop new technology in a structured approach based on business case analysis.
• Integrate best practices regarding safety and ergonomics in production workstations.
• Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of product, process, and/or data requires an identification and gathering of relevant factors  
• Performance improvement of installed manufacturing technology at the Chesterfield Site applying continuous improvement, lean, 6 sigma or other methods.
• Improve Overall Equipment Efficiency of existing manufacturing equipment by means of a structured approach (reduce gap between real output and theoretical output), jointly with production
• Optimize capacity of existing manufacturing equipment (increase theoretical output).
• Continuously track production capacity.
• Design and construct or specify and purchase electrical, mechanical and/or software tools and fixtures for performing various tasks in a safe, efficient, repeatable and cost-effective manner.  Perform tooling qualification.
• Continuously and proactively seek cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality or on-time delivery
• Responsible for leading troubleshooting efforts/technical teams to perform root cause analysis and subsequent solution development of process, vendor or design related problems associated with supporting a product
• Analyze the disposition of non-conforming parts
• Track all problem parts for a product and develop and report action plan
• Estimate manufacturing costs and determine time standards
• Work cross functionally to support the development of new products that are manufacturable

Note: Essential functions may not be limited to the tasks and responsibilities listed within this section. Ordering of essential functions does not necessarily reflect importance of item.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Non-essential duties or marginal job functions that support essential functions)

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

(From whom work is received and given, internal and external customers, supervisors, subordinates, teams, etc.)

Coordination of project activities with Program Management, Quality, Contract Manufacturer, Purchasing, Service, Marketing,  Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, 

Contribute to the global ZEISS team through coordination and implementation of improvement projects with sister sites. Promote knowledge transfer and coordination for implementation of improvement projects from ZEISS global locations to local site and vice versa.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

(Optional)

Comprehensive analysis prior to decision-making is crucial. Erroneous decisions will have a serious impact on the overall success of company operations and may jeopardize business activities.   Decisions made concerning process improvements, tooling requirements and component disposition and the timeliness of new product introductions will impact the business.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

(Physical surroundings)

Manufacturing consisting of instrument assembly, calibration and testing that complies with the FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

REQUIREMENTS:

(Bona Fide Occupational Requirements, such as education, certification, and/ or skills that are necessary to do the job.)

• BS degree in engineering discipline or related field
• 3+ years equivalent experience in design or manufacturing engineering OR MS degree in engineering discipline or related field.
• Experience with medical device manufacturing and optics assembly desirable
• Familiar with DFT, GMP, and ISO 9001
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Proficiency with Mentor Graphics a plus
• Proficiency with Solidworks desirable

SPECIAL DEMANDS:

(If any, describes physically uncomfortable conditions, travel requirements, heavy lifting, etc., ref. ADA)

May be required to travel internationally.

This job description does not state nor imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job related duties as requested by management and will also be required to meet safety-related requirements. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Clara Cresswell

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).  

About Us:

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What’s the role?   

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer will lead the transition of new products from Development into sustained Manufacturing and support products through the lifecycle.  Apply Engineering principles to analyze, develop and implement Engineering Change Orders and/or Deviations to document all changes to production process, tools or parts in accordance with GMP and ISO quality requirements.

Sound Interesting?

Here’s what you’ll do:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Responsibilities that are central to the job and MUST be performed either unaided, or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, ref. ADA.)

• Development of new manufacturing technology to increase production capacity, enable future product technology introduction and decrease cost of production maintaining high quality and environmental protection and work safety standards.
• Identify improvement potentials for production processes (capacity analysis, lead time analysis) and cost of production (labor efficiency, material yield rate, other costs).
• Develop new technology in a structured approach based on business case analysis.
• Integrate best practices regarding safety and ergonomics in production workstations.
• Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of product, process, and/or data requires an identification and gathering of relevant factors  
• Performance improvement of installed manufacturing technology at the Chesterfield Site applying continuous improvement, lean, 6 sigma or other methods.
• Improve Overall Equipment Efficiency of existing manufacturing equipment by means of a structured approach (reduce gap between real output and theoretical output), jointly with production
• Optimize capacity of existing manufacturing equipment (increase theoretical output).
• Continuously track production capacity.
• Design and construct or specify and purchase electrical, mechanical and/or software tools and fixtures for performing various tasks in a safe, efficient, repeatable and cost-effective manner.  Perform tooling qualification.
• Continuously and proactively seek cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality or on-time delivery
• Responsible for leading troubleshooting efforts/technical teams to perform root cause analysis and subsequent solution development of process, vendor or design related problems associated with supporting a product
• Analyze the disposition of non-conforming parts
• Track all problem parts for a product and develop and report action plan
• Estimate manufacturing costs and determine time standards
• Work cross functionally to support the development of new products that are manufacturable

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Coordination of project activities with Program Management, Quality, Contract Manufacturer, Purchasing, Service, Marketing,  Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, 

Contribute to the global ZEISS team through coordination and implementation of improvement projects with sister sites. Promote knowledge transfer and coordination for implementation of improvement projects from ZEISS global locations to local site and vice versa.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

Comprehensive analysis prior to decision-making is crucial. Erroneous decisions will have a serious impact on the overall success of company operations and may jeopardize business activities.   Decisions made concerning process improvements, tooling requirements and component disposition and the timeliness of new product introductions will impact the business.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Manufacturing consisting of instrument assembly, calibration and testing that complies with the FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Note: Essential functions may not be limited to the tasks and responsibilities listed within this section. Ordering of essential functions does not necessarily reflect importance of item.

Do you qualify?

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree in engineering discipline or related field
• 3+ years equivalent experience in design or manufacturing engineering OR MS degree in engineering discipline or related field.
• Experience with medical device manufacturing and optics assembly desirable
• Familiar with DFT, GMP, and ISO 9001
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Proficiency with Mentor Graphics a plus
• Proficiency with Solidworks desirable

SPECIAL DEMANDS:

May be required to travel internationally.

This job description does not state nor imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job related duties as requested by management and will also be required to meet safety-related requirements. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Clara Cresswell

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).