Manufacturing Engineer

Rochester Precision Opt • Town of Henrietta, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in turning innovative designs into efficient, high‑quality production. You’ll optimize workflows, equipment layouts, and assembly methods to maximize throughput while ensuring products meet exacting standards. Working closely with engineering, production staff, and other manufacturing support personnel, you’ll lead the transition from prototype to volume manufacturing and drive continuous improvements that reduce costs, increase efficiency, and elevate performance. This role blends technical expertise with project leadership, making you a key force in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Optical, or Aerospace Engineering. (other closely related engineering disciplines may be considered).
• 3 - 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering within a precision manufacturing environment, preferably supporting high-precision production processes.
• Strong proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) methods.
• Hands‑on experience with 3D modeling software; SolidWorks strongly preferred.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Proven ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, production, and management teams.
• Background in optical assembly processes and precision optics manufacturing techniques a plus.
• Pursuant to ITAR, EAR, and other export compliance laws and regulations, applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons as defined by U.S. law, i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents ("Green Card" holders), persons granted refugee status or asylum status in the United States, or temporary residents granted amnesty.

Nice To Haves

• Background in optical assembly processes and precision optics manufacturing techniques a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing projects end‑to‑end — from planning and scope definition through execution and delivery.
• Translate goals into actionable plans by defining tasks, resources, timelines, and success metrics.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and budgets, ensuring milestones are met on time and within cost targets.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams to align priorities, resolve resource conflicts, and maintain accountability.
• Monitor progress with the right tools, tracking deliverables and proactively addressing risks or roadblocks.
• Partner with quality assurance to confirm specifications, documentation, and compliance before product release.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders, providing regular updates, reports, and solutions to challenges.
• Implement process changes and improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen output quality.
• Evaluate project outcomes to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package linked to your experience and performance.
• 401(k) with company match and Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.
• Health, dental, vision, HSA, & life insurance.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 paid company holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level