Manufacturing Engineer - Automotive - Springfield, MA

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes to support production, quality, safety, and cost objectives. This role works closely with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to optimize manufacturing operations, support new product launches, troubleshoot equipment issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Client Details

My client is a growing metal manufacturing organization focused on operational excellence, quality, and continuous improvement. The company offers a collaborative environment where engineers have the opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing performance and business results.

Description

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes, methods, and controls.
• Support new product introductions and manufacturing launches.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Troubleshoot production equipment and determine root causes of failures.
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Analyze manufacturing data and recommend corrective actions and process enhancements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, procedures, and process standards.
• Review and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Support quality initiatives and process validation activities.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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.

Profile

A successful Manufacturing Engineer should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 1-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience within a high-volume metal manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Lean Manufacturing and Green Belt certification highly desired.
• CAD experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with Excel, Outlook, and manufacturing systems.
• Experience with QAD (MFG/PRO), IQS, or EAM systems preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.

Job Offer

• Hands-on manufacturing engineering role
• High-impact process improvement opportunities
• Fast-paced production environment
• Collaborative engineering team
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing initiatives
• Competitive compensation and benefits

If you are a Manufacturing Engineer looking to take the next step in a high-volume environment, apply today for immediate consideration!

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.