What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer position at CapstoneONE Search?
We are representing a very prominent manufacturing organization that is active seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer plays a key role in driving operational excellence across fabrication (sheet metal, tube/piping) and electrical panel assembly operations. This individual will lead Lean initiatives, manage major capital projects, and support factory transformations to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead deployment and sustainment of Lean/OpEx practices, including Standard Work, Leader Standard Work, Tier meetings, and Kaizen events
- Drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma tools (PFMEA, Poka-Yoke, line balancing, capacity planning, headcount analysis)
- Lead capital projects from justification through installation and production handoff, including automation and new equipment
- Support plant layout changes, process redesigns, and new product introductions
- Resolve chronic production and quality issues using structured problem-solving methods (8D, DMAIC, A3, DOE)
- Partner with Design and Product Engineering to improve manufacturability, cost, and production readiness
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 7 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a fast-paced production environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Strong mechanical and/or electrical background
- Hands-on experience with Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, Standard Work, and capacity planning
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and CapEx projects
- CAD/CAM knowledge
- Strong analytical, communication, and change leadership skills
Salary : $115,000 - $137,000