Manufacturing Engineer
Napakiak Ventures•Oak Ridge, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production, high-quality output, and cost-effective operations. This role collaborates closely with production, quality, supply chain, and design teams to improve manufacturability, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- 2–5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment (experience level may vary by role)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment
- Proficiency in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with CAD software and manufacturing-related systems (e.g., ERP, MES)
- Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification
- Experience in regulated industries (e.g., automotive, aerospace, medical, or food manufacturing)
- Project management experience
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and layouts
- Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies, quality issues, and opportunities for improvement
- Lead or support lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with product design teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective
- Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Support equipment selection, installation, validation, and maintenance activities
- Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
- Train production staff on new processes, tools, and improvements
- Support new product introductions (NPI) and process scale-up activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
