Manufacturing Engineer II

Position Description

The Manufacturing Engineer II develops and optimizes manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, and cost performance across production operations. This role works with increased independence, leading moderately complex process improvement initiatives and supporting new product introductions. The Manufacturing Engineer II collaborates with engineering, operations, and quality teams to implement scalable and sustainable manufacturing solutions. This position serves as a key technical contributor driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of manufacturing processes, tooling, and work instructions to support production objectives.
• Analyze production performance data to identify and execute efficiency, quality, and cost improvement opportunities.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by validating manufacturability and establishing production readiness plans.
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues related to equipment, materials, or process variability.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize workflows and reduce waste.
• Design and refine production layouts, material flow, and capacity planning models.
• Collaborate with quality, supply chain, and operations teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Evaluate and recommend capital equipment, automation, or tooling improvements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, control plans, and standardized work.
• Monitor KPIs and validate process changes through data analysis and reporting.

Required Education & Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or production support roles.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, production processes, and industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement projects with measurable results.
• Experience applying Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with analytical tools such as Excel, Minitab, or similar platforms.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Experience supporting new product introductions and design-for-manufacturability initiatives.
• Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.
• Experience working in high-volume, automated, or industrial manufacturing environments preferred.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.