Manufacturing Engineer

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC•San Marcos, CA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

DwyerOmega is seeking a highly motivated, hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to play a critical role within our Operations team at our Fluid Components International facility, located in San Marcos, CA. This position is ideal for a problem-solver who thrives on the manufacturing floor and enjoys turning ideas into practical, scalable solutions. The Manufacturing Engineer will be a key contributor in driving process optimization, supporting production, and enabling the successful introduction of new products and design changes. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical aptitude, a continuous improvement mindset, and proven experience supporting manufacturing operations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role partners closely with Operations, Lean/CI, Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to design and implement safe, high-quality, and cost-effective manufacturing processes. Success in this position means improving efficiency, reducing waste, enhancing product quality, and helping the business deliver custom-configured products on time and to specification. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being directly involved in machining, process development, equipment support, and cross-functional problem solving, while also contributing to documentation, standard work, and ERP accuracy.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior experience with assembly and machining processes required; experience with welding, brazing, and/or soldering is a plus.
Demonstrated hands-on production experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Experience with manufacturing process improvement initiatives.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, engineering drawings, blueprints, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively with production personnel, supervisors, and cross-functional team members throughout the organization.
Solid project management and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SolidWorks or similar CAD design software.
Ability to independently interpret drawings, blueprints, and written or verbal instructions.
Ability to verify parts and assemblies using appropriate quality measurement tools and inspection devices.
Strong mathematical skills, with the ability to perform calculations necessary to ensure accuracy of production requirements.
Strong problem-solving and reasoning abilities, including the ability to interpret instructions, schedules, and technical information.
Technical Expertise: Continuously builds technical knowledge and skills.
Oral Communication: Communicates clearly and listens effectively; seeks clarification when needed.
Written Communication: Reads, interprets, and prepares written information accurately.
Teamwork: Contributes to a collaborative, respectful, and positive team environment.
Quality Focus: Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Planning & Organization: Uses time efficiently, prioritizes effectively, and sets clear goals.
Productivity: Meets productivity standards and strives for continuous improvement.
Safety & Security: Follows safety procedures, reports unsafe conditions, and uses equipment properly.
Attendance & Punctuality: Consistently reliable and punctual.
Dependability: Follows instructions and responds appropriately to management direction.
Diversity & Inclusion: Supports a respectful, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace.
Organizational Support: Adheres to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
Work is performed in a combination of office and manufacturing/production environments.
Ability to lift, carry, or move materials or equipment up to approximately 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring bending, leaning, and manual dexterity to handle tools and parts.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, or steel-toe footwear, may be required in designated areas.
Visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) sufficient to inspect parts, read drawings, measurements, and documentation.
Work environment may have regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Lean and/or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, plan, specify, procure, validate, and implement safe, high-quality, and cost-effective manufacturing equipment and processes for production.
Partner with the Lean / Continuous Improvement team to develop and sustain manufacturing processes and standard work that improve throughput, reduce defects, and enhance product quality and reliability.
Research and benchmark best-in-class manufacturing practices and assembly techniques; introduce and implement improved process flows that reduce cycle time, cost, and waste.
Collaborate with CNC programming and production supervision teams to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), capacity utilization, and schedule attainment.
Maintain functional ownership of manufacturing routings, work instructions, and process flow documentation to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Support new product development initiatives by driving Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) objectives.
Provide hands-on support for production equipment and manufacturing processes to ensure optimal performance and rapid issue resolution.
Serve as the Operations lead for New Product Introductions (NPI) and Engineering Change Notices/Requests (ECN/ECR), ensuring smooth implementation into production.
Develop efficient and scalable production processes to build and ship custom-configured products within established market lead times.
Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, manuals, and sample parts to determine appropriate manufacturing methods; create or update drawings using SolidWorks or similar CAD tools as required.
Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to continuously improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and related data within the ERP system to support accurate production execution.
Partner with the Quality team to investigate product and process issues, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.
Collaborate effectively within a cross-functional team environment to drive results and support operational objectives.
Provide support to adjacent functions—including planning/purchasing, inventory, inside sales, and instrumentation.