Manufacturing Engineer

Top Required Skills

• Manufacturing engineering for electric motor production
• Quality assurance and quality control
• Regulatory compliance, including ISO 9001, UL, CE, and RoHS
• Root cause analysis, including Six Sigma, 8D, and FMEA
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• CAD and CAM experience

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering
• At least 3 years of experience in a quality-focused role within the electric motor, automotive, or related industry
• Experience designing, developing, and implementing manufacturing processes
• Experience optimizing processes for scalability, cost-effectiveness, and quality
• Experience leading quality control initiatives, investigations, and studies
• Experience ensuring products meet customer and regulatory requirements
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 9000, ISO 14000, UL, CE, RoHS, AS9100, or related standards
• Experience investigating and resolving production issues using Six Sigma, 8D, FMEA, or similar methods
• Experience driving lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects
• Experience maintaining documentation for manufacturing processes, quality inspections, and regulatory audits
• Experience preparing reports for internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies
• Experience specifying, selecting, and validating manufacturing equipment, tools, and automation systems
• Experience supporting supplier quality management
• Experience working cross-functionally with design, production, quality, R&D, supply chain, and management teams
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical process control
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory compliance
• Experience with CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or equivalent
• Experience with Autodesk Fusion 360 CAM
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to apply company policies and procedures in compliance with government laws and internal standards

Plusses

• Master’s Degree
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer certification
• Similar quality or manufacturing credentials
• Knowledge of electric motor design, assembly, and testing processes

Role Overview: The Manufacturing Engineer will optimize manufacturing processes, ensure product quality, and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations for electric motor production.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement efficient manufacturing processes for electric motor production
• Focus on scalability, cost-effectiveness, and quality in manufacturing processes
• Lead quality control initiatives, investigations, and studies
• Ensure products meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements
• Ensure manufacturing processes and products comply with ISO 9001, UL, CE, and other applicable U.S. and international regulations
• Investigate and resolve production issues using Six Sigma, 8D, FMEA, and other problem-solving methods
• Minimize defects and improve production yield
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects
• Improve productivity, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency
• Maintain documentation for manufacturing processes, quality inspections, and regulatory audits
• Prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies
• Work with design, production, and supply chain teams to integrate new products and processes into manufacturing operations
• Specify, select, and validate manufacturing equipment, tools, and automation systems
• Support high-volume production while maintaining quality standards
• Provide technical guidance and training to production staff and junior engineers
• Ensure adherence to best practices and quality standards
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure raw materials and components meet quality and regulatory requirements
• Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and compliance reviews
• Conduct cost analysis, value assessments, and VAVE evaluations
• Balance design trade-offs for optimal business impact

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time | Ability to occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist | Ability to lift and carry office equipment or equipment required for responsibilities, typically up to 25 lbs | Ability to work in climate-controlled and non-controlled environments

Preferred Candidate Background: Manufacturing engineer with electric motor, automotive, or related industry experience, strong quality assurance background, regulatory compliance knowledge, lean manufacturing experience, and hands-on process improvement expertise.

**Company Overview: **The client provides application-engineered specialty fractional horsepower motor and motion control products used in medical equipment, robotics, industrial automation, agriculture, and lab equipment.

Core Competencies: Problem solving | Critical thinking | Attention to detail | Accuracy | Communication | Team collaboration | Adaptability | Strategic review | Continuous improvement | Lean mindset | Cost-benefit analysis | Value engineering | Professionalism | Integrity | Reliability | Confidentiality | Diversity support

You should be proficient in:

• Automotive Manufacturing Systems
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• electric motor
• Electric motors

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CAD Software
• CAM Software