Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are representing a very prominent manufacturing organization that is active seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer plays a key role in driving operational excellence across fabrication (sheet metal, tube/piping) and electrical panel assembly operations. This individual will lead Lean initiatives, manage major capital projects, and support factory transformations to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead deployment and sustainment of Lean/OpEx practices, including Standard Work, Leader Standard Work, Tier meetings, and Kaizen events
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma tools (PFMEA, Poka-Yoke, line balancing, capacity planning, headcount analysis)
• Lead capital projects from justification through installation and production handoff, including automation and new equipment
• Support plant layout changes, process redesigns, and new product introductions
• Resolve chronic production and quality issues using structured problem-solving methods (8D, DMAIC, A3, DOE)
• Partner with Design and Product Engineering to improve manufacturability, cost, and production readiness

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a fast-paced production environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical background
• Hands-on experience with Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, Standard Work, and capacity planning
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and CapEx projects
• CAD/CAM knowledge
• Strong analytical, communication, and change leadership skills