Role Overview
This position is accountable for shaping and executing manufacturing engineering solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and scalable production. The role plays a critical part in aligning process design, equipment selection, and system integration with business objectives, while partnering closely with cross‑functional teams to transition engineering concepts into stable manufacturing operations. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Engineering.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and direction to the manufacturing engineering function, ensuring alignment with operational targets and production demands.
Define and execute manufacturing engineering roadmaps focused on improving productivity, product quality, and cost performance.
Champion process improvement initiatives using proven methodologies such as lean principles, Six Sigma tools, and advanced automation.
Evaluate, specify, and implement manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and tooling to support current and future programs.
Collaborate with research, development, and product design teams to influence product architecture with manufacturability and assembly efficiency in mind.
Develop performance metrics and dashboards to track manufacturing effectiveness, including asset utilization, yield, downtime, and waste reduction.
Ensure engineering activities meet all applicable safety requirements, quality systems, and regulatory obligations.
Prepare and manage capital investment proposals and operating budgets related to manufacturing engineering projects.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline
Advanced degree preferred but not required
Minimum of ten years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering environment, with demonstrated leadership responsibility
Formal training or certification in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or process optimization methodologies is strongly preferred
Proven ability to lead teams, communicate effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders, and manage complex projects
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, hands-on manufacturing setting with cross-functional collaboration
Working knowledge of CAD tools, ERP/MES platforms, and modern manufacturing automation technologies
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