Manufacturing Engineer – IB4
About The Position
The Manufacturing Engineer will be a key member of the Continuous Improvement team, collaborating across functions to optimize production processes, enhance product manufacturability, and improve efficiency through data-driven solutions. The role supports new product launches and improvements to existing processes, production-line layouts, and overall manufacturing performance. The position evaluates manufacturing processes, equipment layouts, and space utilization; applies analytical methods to improve quality, reduce costs, and shorten lead times; and develops tooling and production documentation. It also supports capital equipment projects, large-scale production initiatives, inventory management improvements, new product transitions into manufacturing, and training for production teams. The role is based in Houston (IB4).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience will be considered.
- At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or a related engineering role.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
- Experience using AutoCAD or equivalent drafting software.
- Ability to apply engineering principles to optimize production efficiency, quality, and safety.
- Strong data analysis skills using Excel, Minitab, Power BI, or similar tools.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with high-mix/high-volume electronics manufacturing, preferably SMT, PCBA, or systems integration.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and improve process flow, equipment layout, and space utilization to maximize efficiency.
- Use data-driven and analytical methods to improve quality, reduce costs, and shorten lead times.
- Design and implement tooling, jigs, and fixtures for production operations.
- Collaborate on capital equipment justifications and support implementation.
- Monitor daily production activities and identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support large-scale production projects, ensuring layout, equipment, and material availability meet customer demand.
- Conduct current-state manufacturing assessments and propose future-state solutions with measurable benefits.
- Work with purchasing and warehousing to improve inventory management systems.
- Develop and maintain accurate plant layouts using AutoCAD.
- Partner with Design Engineering to transition new products into manufacturing and ensure requirements are met.
- Develop and deliver training for production teams on new equipment and processes.
- Create, author, and maintain work instructions to support quality and training.
- Lead cost-reduction initiatives across manufacturing operations.
- Communicate effectively with employees, customers, and external partners, demonstrating sound judgment and professionalism.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and health and safety standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Employer-provided basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
- Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options.
- 401K with employer contribution.
- Personal, vacation, and holiday paid time off for full-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
