What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Gannon University?
Position Details
Posting Summary
Position Title Manufacturing Engineer
Posting Number AS1089P
Subdivision Dean's Office, CEB
Division Col. of Engineering & Business
Department Center for Manufacturing and Technology
Location Erie, Pa
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer will support externally funded engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing projects conducted through the Center for Manufacturing & Technology, i.e. Makerspace. The position focuses on delivering applied engineering solutions for industry partners through contract work that generates revenue for the center.
The Manufacturing Engineer will develop prototypes, manufacture components, operate advanced fabrication equipment, and support the execution of engineering projects for external clients. This role requires strong hands-on engineering skills and the ability to translate client requirements into manufacturable designs and technical solutions.
The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate with technical staff and student assistants to execute industry projects while maintaining high standards of quality, documentation, and project delivery. The candidate must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission and contribute to sustaining and growing MakerSpace operations through externally funded work.
This position includes performance expectations tied to revenue generation and project execution, including supporting a consistent pipeline of external projects, contributing to annual contract revenue targets, maintaining high equipment utilization, and ensuring timely delivery of client work. Success in this role will be measured by project throughput, revenue contribution, client satisfaction, and repeat business with industry partners.
Education
Required Qualifications
Minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.
The Manufacturing Engineer must be capable of operating advanced manufacturing and prototyping equipment including CNC machine tools (Tormach), additive manufacturing systems, robotics platforms, and welding.
Experience
A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing, prototyping, applied engineering, or product development environments is preferred.
Skills
Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.
Preferred Qualifications
The candidate must be able to meet the physical demands associated with working in a busy laboratory and fabrication environment.
Work is performed in a laboratory, prototyping, and manufacturing setting.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Exempt Status Exempt
Position Classification Professional Technician
Position Type Staff
Employment Status Full-Time
Position Length 12M
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule M-F 8:00-4:30
Shift 1st
Posting Summary
Position Title Manufacturing Engineer
Posting Number AS1089P
Subdivision Dean's Office, CEB
Division Col. of Engineering & Business
Department Center for Manufacturing and Technology
Location Erie, Pa
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer will support externally funded engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing projects conducted through the Center for Manufacturing & Technology, i.e. Makerspace. The position focuses on delivering applied engineering solutions for industry partners through contract work that generates revenue for the center.
The Manufacturing Engineer will develop prototypes, manufacture components, operate advanced fabrication equipment, and support the execution of engineering projects for external clients. This role requires strong hands-on engineering skills and the ability to translate client requirements into manufacturable designs and technical solutions.
The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate with technical staff and student assistants to execute industry projects while maintaining high standards of quality, documentation, and project delivery. The candidate must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission and contribute to sustaining and growing MakerSpace operations through externally funded work.
This position includes performance expectations tied to revenue generation and project execution, including supporting a consistent pipeline of external projects, contributing to annual contract revenue targets, maintaining high equipment utilization, and ensuring timely delivery of client work. Success in this role will be measured by project throughput, revenue contribution, client satisfaction, and repeat business with industry partners.
Education
Required Qualifications
Minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.
The Manufacturing Engineer must be capable of operating advanced manufacturing and prototyping equipment including CNC machine tools (Tormach), additive manufacturing systems, robotics platforms, and welding.
Experience
A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing, prototyping, applied engineering, or product development environments is preferred.
Skills
- Ability to manufacture parts and fabricate prototypes
- Experience with CNC machining and advanced manufacturing technologies
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities
- Experience with CAD / CAM and prototype development
- Ability to manage multiple technical projects simultaneously
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with industry-sponsored engineering projects
- Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing, robotics, or automation
- Experience supervising student assistants in laboratory or manufacturing environments
The candidate must be able to meet the physical demands associated with working in a busy laboratory and fabrication environment.
Work is performed in a laboratory, prototyping, and manufacturing setting.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Exempt Status Exempt
Position Classification Professional Technician
Position Type Staff
Employment Status Full-Time
Position Length 12M
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule M-F 8:00-4:30
Shift 1st