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Manufacturing Engineer

Gpac
  • Ames, IA
  • 65000–100000
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30 days ago

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the design, development, and continuous improvement of products and production processes. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability, performance, and cost-efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early to mid-career engineer looking to grow within a stable manufacturing environment while gaining hands-on exposure across engineering, production, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop new products, components, and systems based on customer specifications
  • Create detailed technical drawings and models using CAD software (AutoCAD preferred)
  • Evaluate designs for feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and project teams to support successful product launches
  • Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and analysis to validate design performance
  • Support testing, data collection, and product validation efforts
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in product design and production processes
  • Assist in troubleshooting production issues and driving root cause solutions
  • Stay current on industry trends, materials, and engineering best practices

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (Bachelor’s preferred)
  • Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD strongly preferred)
  • Working knowledge of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
  • Exposure to basic programming or automation tools is a plus
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills

What We’re Looking For

  • Hands-on, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Willingness to learn and grow within a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Why This Opportunity

  • Relocation support to Northwest Iowa
  • Opportunity to gain broad engineering experience across design and manufacturing
  • Direct impact on product development and operational performance
  • Stable environment with long-term growth potential

Email resume to scott.slater@gogpac.com

Call 515-461-1578

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAmes, IA
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary65000–100000
Company Size100 to 499 employees
Year Founded1990
Websitehttp://www.gogpac.com/

About Company

Gpac’s mission is to be the preferred staffing and recruitment solution by effectively delivering and connecting talent with successful companies and organizations.

Our team, with collective experience of over 250 years, is passionate about wh

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • BASIC Programming Languageunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Softwareunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Cost Effectiveness Analysisunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Data Collectionunmatched
  • Design Evaluationunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Engineeringunmatched
  • Feasibility Analysisunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
  • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
  • Materials Engineeringunmatched
  • Mechanical Designunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Performance Tuning/Optimizationunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Product Designunmatched
  • Product Developmentunmatched
  • Product Supportunmatched
  • Product Testingunmatched
  • Product/Service Launchunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched
  • Test Dataunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

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