Manufacturing Engineer

Iconma

Minnetonka, MN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$32.61–$36.15 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Electricity, Health Plan, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Operational Support, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Minnetonka, MN
POSTED
5 days ago
Our client, a Medical Device and Healthcare company, is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer for their Minnetonka, MN location.
 
Responsibilities:
  • The Manufacturing Engineer applies strong technical skills and knowledge of manufacturing operations to lead and execute complex engineering tasks.
  • This role requires proactive problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Lead and take ownership of complex manufacturing engineering tasks that may involve multiple interrelated elements.
  • Anticipate and identify key technical issues; develop recommendations and solutions even when no precedent exists.
  • Apply creative thinking and introduce new methods or approaches to resolve problems.
  • Evaluate and consider impacts on related systems, equipment, and processes when implementing changes.
  • Collaborate with peers, technicians, and mentors through reviews of technical rationale, verification, and validation activities.
  • Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting issues, improving processes, and optimizing equipment performance.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, A3 problem solving, standard work, waste reduction, and efficiency projects.
  • Ensure alignment with business objectives and maintain understanding of company operations and manufacturing environment.
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or related discipline).
  • 0–5 years of experience in an engineering role, or equivalent advanced education.
  • Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead tasks independently and drive results.
  • Soft skills are critical
  • Strong communication skills
  • Coachable and open to feedback
  • Able to collaborate across teams
  • Learn quickly and willing to put in the work
  • Comfortable interacting with people at all levels
  • 0–5 years of experience
  • Strong new graduates are acceptable
  • Candidates should not have excessive short job stints (e.g., switching jobs every 3 months)
  • Internships or manufacturing exposure are a big plus
  • Referred candidates are viewed very favorably
  • Looking for “fresh” candidates with strong potential
  • Willing to give highpotential candidates a chance
  • If they look strong, open to meeting them again
  • Solid engineering fundamentals
  • Strong problemsolving and analytical skills
  • Must meet core technical expectations without heavy rampup due to urgency
  • Role involves spending a significant amount of time on the manufacturing floor
  • 60% of time worker will be gowned per PPE standards
  • Frequent interaction with operators
  • Listening skills are essential
  • Work is dynamic with new issues arising daily
  • Open question discussed: what percentage of time on the floor (not definitively answered)
  • Must work with multiple teams
  • Individual accountability is expected
  • Preference for candidates you’d trust to hire for your own or a family business
  • Very selective—quality over quantity
  • If presenting multiple candidates, send only the strongest first
  • Recent graduates preferred
  • New degree signals strong technical foundation
 
Why Should You Apply?

About the Company

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Iconma

ICONMA is a global information consulting management firm providing Professional Staffing Services and Project-Based Solutions for organizations in a broad range of industries.

  • Corporate Headquarters in Troy, Michigan; 20+ locations worldwide.
  • Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE); certified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC); and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
  • Founded in 2000
  • 2000+ Employees

The company was founded on the principle that success is derived from delivering high quality service and resources in the most responsive, flexible, and innovative way. ICONMA invests in people and resources with a single goal: To provide our customers with the highest quality service in the most responsive manner. Through its network of offices, ICONMA provides the resources to help clients maintain their competitive advantage.

COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.iconma.com/