Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Talon Hiring Solutions has a client in the greater Seneca, SC area that is looking for an experienced Lead Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically driven engineering leader who enjoys working hands-on in a manufacturing environment while leading process improvements, supporting complex CNC machining operations, and driving new product and equipment launches. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in CNC machining, grinding, tooling, automation, and process optimization, along with the ability to lead technical teams and collaborate across multiple functions to improve manufacturing performance, quality, and efficiency.

What You Will Do

• Own and optimize manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, grinding, tooling, gaging, equipment, and process documentation.
• Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams, troubleshooting equipment, tooling, and quality issues to minimize downtime.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and Six Sigma.
• Lead new product launches, manufacturing process development, capacity planning, and capital equipment procurement.
• Evaluate, select, and implement new machining equipment, automation, tooling, and technology to support business growth and production requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, cost reduction, equipment reliability, and process efficiency.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including process sheets, control plans, FMEAs, FPPAs, and work instructions.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and development for manufacturing engineers, team leads, and production operators.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and suppliers to resolve challenges and achieve manufacturing objectives.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Industrial Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience in a CNC machining environment.
• Two (2) years of experience leading or supervising a technical team preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CNC lathes, mills, grinding processes, GD&T, tooling, and manufacturing engineering principles.
• Experience with PLC programming (ladder logic), equipment troubleshooting, automation, and process optimization.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including equipment procurement, installation, qualification, and implementation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, metrology, metallurgy, and Industry 4.0 concepts preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and develop technical teams, manage complex engineering challenges, and collaborate across departments.
• A results-driven mindset with a strong commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.