Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanical - Leominster, MA

Join A Growing Manufacturing Operation

Be part of an innovative engineering-led organization!

Our client is a globally recognized manufacturer with a reputation for engineering excellence, innovation, and quality. They serve highly regulated and technically demanding industries, delivering products that play a critical role in customer operations around the world. The organization is committed to investing in its people, fostering collaboration across international teams, and creating a workplace where employees can develop professionally while contributing to meaningful projects. Employees are encouraged to bring forward ideas, drive improvements, and help shape the future of manufacturing operations. With a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, the business offers a dynamic environment where engineering professionals can broaden their expertise and make a visible impact on manufacturing performance.

Job Description

Reporting into the Director of Operations, you will be responsible for the following:

• Lead manufacturing engineering initiatives to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
• Develop, standardize, and enhance manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and equipment across production operations.
• Partner with production teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Drive continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Support new product introduction activities by ensuring manufacturing requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
• Develop process controls, work instructions, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Manage capital equipment projects, including identifying requirements, developing business cases, and supporting implementation.
• Specify, source, and oversee tooling, gauges, fixtures, and assembly aids required for production operations.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis support to resolve manufacturing and equipment issues.
• Ensure manufacturing activities maintain high standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering environment.
• Strong background in assembly, manufacturing processes, testing, and process optimization.
• Experience analyzing production equipment and implementing process improvements.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement methodologies, and workflow optimization.
• Experience with 2D and 3D CAD software.
• Proven capability in root cause analysis, FMEA, DFMA, and quality improvement techniques.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional and global teams.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or BlackBelt certification would be advantageous.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to join a global engineering and manufacturing organization known for innovation and operational excellence.
• Exposure to international teams and high-impact manufacturing projects.
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Strong retirement program with employer contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare and well being benefits.
• Generous paid time off, holidays, well-being days, and sick leave provisions.
• Enhanced parental leave and family support programs.
• Fertility assistance benefits.
• Paid volunteering opportunities and a culture focused on inclusion, collaboration, and employee engagement.
• A supportive workplace that values continuous improvement, innovation, and employee contribution.

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Production, Manufacturing

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Leominster

Contract Type: Permanent