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Manufacturing Engineer

The Plastek Group
Erie, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2027

Overview

The Plastek Group is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer for its Consumer Products Division located in Erie, PA! This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to work for a secure, progressive, and technologically advanced company.

Pay: Compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications

Job Duties

  • Maintain and improve high performance, complex electro-mechanical assembly and robotic systems
  • Test and qualify prototype, production assembly, and robotic equipment
  • Suggest methods, materials and tooling modifications to improve processes
  • Create detailed, technical reports with data-driven results
  • Create work instructions and training materials to support processes
  • Recommend, develop and plan software initiatives
  • Integrate electrical and mechanical components and systems into an overall design

Job Knowledge

  • Working experience with finite element analysis (FEA)
  • Hands-on experience with computer-aided engineering (CAM) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAE)
  • Familiarity with 2D or 3D engineering design and manufacturing tools (e.g., AutoCAD, ProE or other)
  • Adequate knowledge of engineering analysis tools (ANSYS, ProMechanica or similar)
  • Mathematical computing and analysis tools knowledge (Matlab, Excel, LabView etc)
  • Solid understanding of core concepts including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science etc.
  • Creativity and analytical skills
  • Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
  • Technical writing skills
  • Possess computer skills for programming & data entry
  • Able to read electrical/hydraulic ladder diagrams
  • Software changes and programming
  • PLC programmable controllers - specifically Allen Bradley controllers
  • Strong Mechanical background and capability
  • Diagnostic problem solving for malfunctioning equipment, perform corrective adjustments
  • Basic wiring, plumbing and electricity
  • Pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Machine shop methods and equipment (lathes, mills, saws, grinders)

Great Benefits

  • Health insurance ( we have on site nurses and a dr!)
  • Free dental
  • Free vision
  • Free short term disability
  • Free life insurance
  • 401K
  • Flexible spending account
  • Steel toe boot reimbursement program

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Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Manufacturing engineering: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000

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