Manufacturing Engineer, Metal Fabrication – Early Career
About The Position
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale. We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Early Career (E1) to support the commissioning, implementation, and optimization of metal fabrication manufacturing processes within our switchgear operations. This entry-level role focuses on supporting equipment commissioning, training, and early-stage process development under guidance from senior engineers. Please note: This position requires 100% onsite presence in our Jacksonville sites and does not offer remote work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering, or related technical field
- Experience in a manufacturing or process engineering environment
- Experience in 3D CAD/CAM Software (Solidworks preferred)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in an on-site production environment
- Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical thinking ability
Nice To Haves
- Experience with metal fabrication processes and equipment
- Exposure to equipment commissioning or production ramp-up
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing tools
- Experience working with CNC equipment OEMs such as Amada or similar
Responsibilities
- Support installation, commissioning, and validation of metal fabrication equipment (CNC punching, press brakes, welding, powder coating, wire processing, and busbar equipment)
- Coordinate with equipment vendors during setup, FAT/SAT, and production ramp-up
- Assist with manufacturing cell layout, material flow, and facility readiness
- Develop standard work, SOPs, and training materials for operators and technicians
- Support operator and maintenance training during equipment launch
- Analyze production data to identify opportunities for efficiency, quality, and throughput improvements
- Apply Lean manufacturing principles to improve safety, ergonomics, and process stability
- Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Facilities, and EHS teams
- Support future equipment procurement, expansion, and optimization initiatives
- Occasional travel to vendors or other IEM facilities as required
Benefits
- We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success.
- View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
