Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Faith Technologies•Nashville, TN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer supports new product introduction (NPI) by designing and implementing manufacturing tooling, specifying and installing production equipment, and developing fabrication and weld processes. This role works hands‑on with the shop floor to ensure new products are launched safely, on time, and at target cost and quality.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
3 years of Manufacturing Engineering or related hands-on manufacturing experience.

Nice To Haves

Involvement in tooling/fixturing design or fab and weld is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design and develop manufacturing tooling, fixtures, jigs, weld fixtures, and aids to support new product launches
Collaborate with Design Engineering to provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) feedback
Support prototype, pilot, and production builds; identify and resolve manufacturing issues
Specify, justify, and support the purchase of new manufacturing equipment and tooling
Coordinate equipment installation, commissioning, and validation on the production floor
Work with suppliers, integrators, maintenance, and safety teams to ensure proper setup and compliance
Develop and document fabrication and weld processes, including weld sequencing, fixturing, and work instructions
Support weld process qualification and troubleshooting (MIG, TIG, fixtured weldments, etc.)
Partner with quality teams on weld inspections, defect reduction, and continuous improvement
Support daily production by addressing tooling, equipment, and process-related issues
Participate in lean and continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Assist with PFMEAs, control plans, and standard work documentation
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.