What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Electro Mechanical Specialists, LLC?
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer (Entry Level to 5 Years Experience)
Location: Bozrah, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-site (Must be located within commuting distance)
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineer with 0–5 years of experience to support manufacturing operations, process improvement, and production engineering activities. The ideal candidate will have experience or strong academic exposure to 3D CAD design, AutoCAD, and CNC machining concepts. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to grow technical skills in a real manufacturing environment. No two days are the same and we'll train you in the areas where you don't yet have experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design and improvement of manufacturing processes, tooling, and production workflows
- Create and update 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
- Develop and revise technical drawings using AutoCAD
- Assist in CNC programming, setup, and troubleshooting under senior engineer guidance
- Work with production teams to improve manufacturability, quality, and efficiency
- Participate in prototype builds and transition to production
- Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing issues
- Help implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain documentation for processes, tooling, and work instructions
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
- Opportunity to assist with classic car and Americana restoration projects
Required Qualifications
- 0–5 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or related field
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar)
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD
- Exposure to or understanding of CNC machining and basic CNC programming concepts
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Engineering degree or technical training preferred (Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering ideal)
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment
- Exposure to machining, fabrication, or tooling design
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
What We Offer
- Training and mentorship from experienced engineers
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health benefits
- Vacation, PTO and holidays
- 401k
- Growth opportunity into senior engineering roles
- Hands-on exposure to real manufacturing systems and CNC operations
Electro Mechanical Specialists, LLC (EMS) is a contract manufacturer based in Bozrah, CT, specializing in support for all branches of the U.S. Military and the Defense Logistics Agency. The company partners with major shipyards, including Electric Boat, Newport News, and Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, to deliver high-quality components and solutions. EMS provides both design and manufacturing services for a wide variety of electro-mechanical components. The team has ready access to experienced submarine designers, engineers, and program managers, with more than 200 years of combined expertise. This deep technical background enables EMS to tackle complex projects and support mission-critical defense applications.