Manufacturing Engineer

YINLUN TDI LLC•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support automated production lines with a strong focus on electrical systems, sensors, HMI interfaces, and field devices. This role is responsible for ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting stable production operations through hands-on troubleshooting, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. The engineer will work closely with production, maintenance, and controls teams to support automated assembly systems including sensors, PLC-related systems, HMIs, and electrical control components.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or automated production environments
Hands-on experience with electrical systems, sensors, and automation equipment in industrial settings
Strong hands-on experience with industrial sensors and field devices
Ability to troubleshoot 24VDC control circuits and I/O systems
Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Familiarity with HMI systems and operator interface diagnostics
Basic knowledge of PLC systems such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP or Profinet is a plus
Experience with motors, VFDs, and automation systems is preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with hands-on troubleshooting capability

Nice To Haves

Preventive maintenance and equipment reliability experience
Experience supporting automated assembly lines or new line commissioning
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
NFPA 70E Electrical Safety certification
NCCER Electrical or similar industrial certification

Responsibilities

Support daily operation of automated production lines to achieve safety, quality, and production targets
Diagnose and troubleshoot industrial sensors including photoelectric, proximity, pressure, temperature, and flow sensors, ensuring proper alignment, calibration, and signal stability
Troubleshoot wiring systems, connectors, and I/O signals within 24VDC control systems, and support replacement or configuration of field devices
Support HMI systems by resolving alarms, communication issues, and display errors, and assist operators in identifying faults through system diagnostics
Perform troubleshooting and support for electrical components including control panels, relays, circuits, and power distribution systems (24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC)
Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts to support root cause analysis and equipment repair
Respond to production line stoppages, perform structured fault isolation, and support line startup and recovery
Conduct root cause analysis for equipment downtime, quality issues, and process instability, and implement corrective actions
Develop and support preventive maintenance activities focused on sensors, wiring, and control systems to improve equipment reliability
Support basic PLC troubleshooting including I/O checks, signal verification, and fault monitoring, and coordinate with controls engineers when needed
Analyze production and equipment data to identify improvement opportunities in cycle time, uptime, and yield
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
Maintain accurate documentation including troubleshooting records, maintenance logs, and process updates
Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams