Manufacturing Engineer- Industrial Manufacturing - Portland, ME

The Manufacturing Engineer II is responsible for improving production processes, reducing waste, and optimizing manufacturing performance through Lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives. This position serves as a key liaison between engineering and production teams, supporting product manufacturability, automation, and operational efficiency.

Client Details

Our client is a global manufacturer of highly engineered products that support critical industrial and fluid-handling applications. They are known for their focus on operational excellence, engineering innovation, and continuous improvement across its manufacturing operations.

Description

This Manufacturing Engineer II will be responsible for:

• Designing and optimizing manufacturing and assembly processes
• Providing manufacturing input during product development activities
• Applying DFMA and Lean principles to improve production efficiency
• Creating detailed BOMs and supporting equipment builds
• Interfacing with automation and electromechanical systems
• Identifying equipment needs and managing capital equipment projects
• Developing and documenting standardized work instructions
• Analyzing production bottlenecks and conducting time studies
• Leading Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and 5S initiatives
• Redesigning work centers and manufacturing layouts for efficiency

Profile

A Successful Manufacturing Engineer II will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field
• 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred
• Proficiency with CAD software; Autodesk Inventor preferred
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Knowledge of GD&T; DOE experience is a plus
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies

Job Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.
• Opportunity to drive plant-wide continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborative environment working with engineering and production teams
• Professional development and technical growth opportunities
• Occasional travel for training, meetings, and equipment validation
• Stable role within a global industrial manufacturing organization

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.