Manufacturing Engineer

Viant • Brimfield, MA

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About The Position

Viant is a medical device manufacturer focused on improving patient outcomes through innovative products and solutions. The Manufacturing Engineer will help optimize production processes, ensure product quality, support new product introductions, and drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain regulatory compliance. The role may require very limited travel.

The position involves creating and implementing lean processes across manufacturing methods and operations; preparing and approving engineering drawings, change orders, and specifications; revising CAD models and CAM programs; developing tooling, fixtures, and equipment; and investigating and implementing process technologies of moderate scope. The engineer also works with Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and suppliers on manufacturability and cost reduction, and creates production documentation such as standard work and process work instructions. The role adheres to company safety and quality requirements, including QMS, EMS, FDA regulations, company procedures, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a technical field preferred; relevant years of experience will be considered.
• Previous CAD experience.
• Mastercam proficiency is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and drive initiatives to completion.
• Ability to provide sound rationale and justification for process improvement change requests.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant co-op, internship, previous employment, or classroom training experience.
• Understanding of metals machining, processing, and finishing.
• Lean manufacturing and new product development experience.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Viant Core Beliefs and applicable safety, quality, environmental, company, and regulatory requirements, including QMS, EMS, and FDA regulations.
• Create and implement lean processes using appropriate manufacturing methods, including CNC turning and milling, Wire EDM, laser etching, laser and TIG welding, polishing, finishing, cleaning, passivation, assembly, and inspection.
• Create, review, and approve engineering drawings, change orders, and specifications.
• Review, create, and revise CAD models and CAM programs to support production.
• Develop tooling, fixtures, and equipment to optimize productivity and cost.
• Investigate, develop, and implement new process technologies of moderate scope.
• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and suppliers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and cost reduction.
• Define, produce, and implement documents, including standard work and process work instructions.
• Support more experienced engineers on complex projects and initiatives.
• Perform other functions as necessary to support the business.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on the first day of employment.
• 401(k) effective on the first day of employment.
• Generous paid time off.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Growth opportunities.
• On-demand pay access to earned wages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree