Manufacturing Engineer | Rockford, IL

This Manufacturing Engineer role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a growing engineering and manufacturing team. The position is based in Rockford, IL, and focuses on optimizing processes and ensuring quality in the business services industry.Our client is a family-owned manufacturer specializing in the design and production of custom generator enclosures, fuel tanks, and electrical housings that protect backup power systems. They provide full turnkey solutions including engineering, fabrication, installation, and testing for critical‑power infrastructure applications.DescriptionDevelop and improve manufacturing processes and workflowsSupport fabrication and sheet metal manufacturing operationsCreate and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and work instructionsUtilize AutoCAD and SolidWorks to support manufacturing and production needsDrive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiativesIdentify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performanceCollaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve manufacturing challengesAssist with process optimization and implementation of best practices across the facilityProfileExperience in a Manufacturing Engineer or related engineering roleBackground in sheet metal manufacturing environmentsProficiency with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorksExperience supporting Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiativesStrong problem‑solving and communication skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environmentJob OfferCompetitive base salary of $75,000-$90,000Discretionary bonus opportunitiesHealth and benefits packagePTO and vacation programOpportunity to join a rapidly expanding $300M manufacturing organizationCareer growth within a company that has experienced significant expansion over the past several yearsCollaborative, family‑owned culture with long‑term growth opportunitiesMPI 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr