Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Manchester, Connecticut

$90,000 - $120,000

Our client is looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support a fast-paced production environment. This role is suited to someone who enjoys solving manufacturing problems, improving processes, and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver operational excellence. You'll play a key role in new product introductions, continuous improvement initiatives, and providing technical support across the manufacturing lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive process improvements to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
• Lead and support new product introductions, ensuring successful transition from design release through to stable production.
• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, gauges, and other manufacturing aids, including the use of rapid prototyping and 3D printing where appropriate.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, process standards, routings, and engineering data to support production activities.
• Partner with Quality and Operations teams to investigate production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction through process optimisation, improved manufacturability, and the evaluation of automation technologies.
• Provide ongoing technical support to production teams, including training, engineering change implementation, and day-to-day problem solving.

About You

• Associate degree, or equivalent qualification, in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Around 3 years' experience within a manufacturing engineering or technical manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience supporting live production operations is essential.
• High-mix, low-volume manufacturing experience would be advantageous.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with strong communication and problem-solving skills