Manufacturing Process Engineer - Industrial - New Haven, CT

Manufacturing Process Engineer

The Manufacturing Process Engineer will report to the Engineering Manager and be responsible for:

• Identify process improvement opportunities within manufacturing operations and lead projects from concept through implementation.
• Partnerwith production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, reduce downtime, and improve overall efficiency.
• Conduct root cause analysis on quality and performance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain standardized work instructions to improve consistency and process control.
• Lead and participate in lean manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen activities.
• Provide technical expertise across manufacturing processes, including productivity, safety, and quality improvements.
• Evaluate and support the introduction of new equipment, including ROI analysis, vendor selection, and installation oversight.
• Collaborate with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to resolve quality concerns.
• Maintain facility layouts using CAD and support plant layout optimization.
• Support predictive maintenance initiatives and data-driven process improvements.
• Assist cross-functional teams including quality, procurement, and operations as needed.

Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $110,000 annually. Comprehensive benefits package as outlined in the offer letter. Opportunity to work in a specialized manufacturing environment. Collaborative and professional work culture in North Haven.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies. Experience with lean manufacturing principles and quality tools. Demonstrated problem-solving and root cause analysis capability. Proficiency with CAD and general engineering software/tools. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization. Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced production setting.