Senior Manufacturing Engineer III

Actalent•Bothell, WA

35d•$115,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Are you someone who thrives on bringing innovative ideas to life and solving complex engineering challenges? We're seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of developing and improving manufacturing processes for both existing and new products. If you're known for your creativity, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As a Manufacturing Engineer III, you'll have the chance to showcase your ingenuity by applying engineering principles to overcome a variety of design, process, and production issues. You'll play a key role in defining the technical direction of projects, often serving as a leader and mentor to other team members. Your responsibilities will span the entire manufacturing development cycle, from DFM to final production, ensuring that our manufacturing processes are efficient and effective. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to lead a team of talented engineers and technicians, providing guidance and support along the way. If you're passionate about innovation, enjoy tackling challenges head-on, and are ready to make a significant impact in the world of manufacturing, we want to hear from you! This role is ideal for individuals transitioning from a team lead position into a formal management role, or for current managers seeking a more hands-on, technical environment. The position involves approximately 70% individual technical contribution and 30% team leadership and management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent education, training, and experience.
7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
Expertise in multiple technical disciplines such as Mechanical Systems, Lean, High-volume Manufacturing, Automation and Controls, Tooling/Fixture, Industrial, Machining/Fabrication, Casting, Industry 4.0.
Ability to manage and lead 2-4 direct reports.
Strong project management, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills with people at all levels of the organization.
Comfortable using hand tools and power tools.

Nice To Haves

Leadership or managerial experience.
Basic knowledge in welding, fabrication, castings, forming, machining.
Experience working on a manufacturing/production floor with mechanical designs for industrial machines.
Hands-on hobbies such as woodworking, metalworking, and working on cars.
High volume manufacturing, process improvement, root cause analysis, risk assessment, and mitigation.
Six Sigma, 5S methodology, KPI tracking, value stream mapping.
Mechanical Design experience with tools like SolidWorks and CNC programming.

Responsibilities

Design fixtures and tooling required for various production processes, providing training and documentation.
Leverage engineering practices to gain a deep understanding of processes and resources to enhance production, resolving most issues independently.
Own new capital expenditure projects, establishing scope, justification, and specification from concept to procurement, and develop manufacturing capabilities for new products.
Lead cost reduction efforts by identifying waste, establishing best practices, and implementing improved process methods.
Analyze costs and return on investment for processes or changes to existing systems.
Lead and manage a small engineering team with direct reports, balancing individual contribution with team leadership duties.