Associate Engineer - Engineering Development Program

Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc.•Milford, NH

About The Position

LAUNCH YOUR ENGINERING CAREER WHERE IMIGINATION IN METALLURGY TAKES SHAPE! Are you a 2026 engineering graduate ready to turn theory into real-world impact? Step into the future with an Associate Engineering position, designed to be part of Hitchiner’s immersive Engineering Development Program built just for you. What makes this opportunity different? You won’t just learn—you’ll experience. From day one, you’ll work alongside industry experts mastering the art and science of investment casting, a critical process behind some of the world’s most advanced components. Your journey will include: • Hands-on training with cutting-edge manufacturing techniques • Mentorship from seasoned engineers and technical leaders • Rotational learning experiences across key engineering functions • Real projects that shape your skills—and our products Why start at Hitchiner? We’re not just offering a job—we’re building your future. This program is designed to give you the foundational knowledge, technical confidence, and industry insight needed to grow into high-impact engineering roles. If you’re curious, driven, and ready to learn from the best—this is your moment. Apply today!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering - mechanical, manufacturing, chemical or materials science.
Familiar with a variety of concepts within the field.
Must possess excellent communication skills - written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

Prior internship experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in investigating and initiating corrective action on manufacturing problems arising in the manufacture of products and in manufacturing problems associated with the inspection and testing of products.
Assist in establishing operating equipment specifications, improving manufacturing techniques and introducing new process equipment to production. Interface with design personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible.
Review and evaluate minor engineering changes and/or other specification requirements and perform technical liaison function with production planning and engineering personnel.
Recommend alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures.
Prepare engineering schematics and parts lists for system components to facilitate manufacturing planning.
Perform industrial engineering assignments of a basic degree of complexity, involving the application of basic engineering principles to perform routine analysis and evaluation in support of plant engineering activities. Prepare plans and specifications for equipment, test equipment and tooling. Conduct analysis of methods and time standards. Evaluate findings and prepare reports, graphs, charts and data reflecting the results, conclusions and recommendations.
Must be capable of delivering on commitments in a timely and efficient manner.
Assignments typically will include design and development, materials testing, preparation of specifications, process study, report preparation, and other activities requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific area of assignments.
May be involved in training and developing less experienced technical personnel.
Observe the Hitchiner code of conduct, safety and quality principles.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
Medical and Dental Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
Company Profit Sharing Plan
3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation at 10 years seniority
We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
Training and Educational Assistance Programs