Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to help move new thermal products from concept and product development into repeatable, scalable production. The role translates engineering designs and customer requirements into manufacturing processes, tooling, and documentation, while developing fabrication processes, workflows, and material flow. This is a hands-on position involving regular interaction with technicians, parts, processes, and equipment. The engineer designs and builds custom tooling, fixtures, and jigs; creates procedures, travelers, and work instructions; and supports production staff with engineering guidance. The role also uses production data and quality information to improve throughput, efficiency, cost, and compliance, and works with suppliers as needed. ACT develops thermal management solutions for aerospace, defense, data centers, energy, and industrial applications. Its products are used in spacecraft, military vehicles, and commercial applications. The company describes its culture as focused on innovation, teamwork, and collaboration.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Proficiency in CAD.
- Experience with mechanical inspection and understanding of GD&T.
- Ability to analyze data, processes, and workflows.
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
- Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 due to ITAR regulations.
Nice To Haves
- SolidWorks experience is preferred.
- Experience with LabVIEW.
- Experience with Excel-based databases.
Responsibilities
- Lead the transition of products from Product Development to Manufacturing.
- Translate engineering designs and customer requirements into robust processes, tooling, and documentation.
- Develop and improve fabrication processes, workflows, and material flow.
- Design and build custom tooling, fixtures, and jigs for manufacturing.
- Create procedures, travelers, and work instructions to support consistency and compliance.
- Provide technicians and production staff with clear direction and engineering expertise.
- Analyze cycle times, floor layouts, and production data to improve throughput and efficiency.
- Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and identify cost, quality, and process improvements.
- Interact directly with suppliers and generate and approve purchase orders as needed.
- Evaluate test results, quality data, and customer requirements to ensure compliance.
Benefits
- Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Profit-sharing bonus plan.
- Generous paid time off.
- Up to 10 paid holidays.
- A 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
- Company events and perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
