Client
Our client is a fast-growing, highly specialized U.S.-based engineering and manufacturing firm serving mission-critical industries such as aerospace, clean energy, and biopharma. Known for its innovation, the company offers vertically integrated solutions across design, fabrication, and installation, earning a strong reputation for quality, responsiveness, and technical expertise.
Summary
We are recruiting for a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to support the buildout and operations of our client's new state-of-the-art, 100,000+ sq. ft. manufacturing facility.
The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in high-volume manufacturing processes, particularly in areas such as metal forming, aluminum materials, stamping, die fabrication, cleaning/degreasing, and cellular manufacturing. Familiarity with ASME VIII, Div. 1 (Pressure Vessel Code) and solid knowledge of materials handling is highly preferred. This hands-on role will focus on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes, assisting in the specification and procurement of custom equipment, and supporting the installation and integration of new systems. Experience with high-speed stamping and metal fabrication processes - or similar - is a strong advantage. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure process efficiency, product quality, and on-time project execution.
This is a key opportunity to contribute to our client's growth as they expand their capabilities and deliver advanced equipment solutions to global markets.
Location
Near Cypress, TX.
Compensation
Enjoy a competitive base salary + unparalleled award-winning benefits.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design and implement efficient manufacturing processes for high-volume production, including stamping, pressing, and cleaning operations.
- Collaborate with mechanical design and operations teams to create custom metal geometries and press dies, consistently producing metal stamped parts within tolerances and quality requirements.
- Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in metal fabrication and die tooling technology.
- Serve as the internal subject matter expert (SME) for high-speed stamped products and cleaning processes to ensure oil-free materials before subsequent fabrication stages.
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes for stamping presses and stamped metal fabrication.
- Optimize production parameters to achieve the desired mechanical and structural properties of fins.
- Develop systems for industrial materials handling and cleaning within the facility to optimize workflow efficiency and maintain parts tolerances.
- Work closely with quality control and production employees to identify non-conformities and implement corrective actions.
- Conduct failure analysis and troubleshoot issues related to the fabrication processes.
- Maintain and calibrate equipment and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Evaluate vendors and their supplied products to ensure compliance with project specifications. Sourcing and negotiating custom manufacturing equipment.
- Develop work processes, procedures, quality control measures, and fabrication package documentation in alignment with company requirements and quality standards.
- Interface effectively with sales, procurement, vendors, operations, and mechanical design/drafting teams.
- Ability to define, organize, and lead shop floor manufacturing processes.
Education, Skills, and Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials science, Industrial technology, or related field.
- 7+ years relevant experience performing similar or relatable responsibilities as those defined above.
- Experience with mechanical and metallurgical properties and behavior of metals (with emphasis on Aluminum).
- Excellent project management skills and practices (PMP Certification a plus).
- Technical training or demonstrated experience with PLC driven machinery.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have the aptitude to be an effective presenter and instructor.
- Ability to work with all levels of people within a team environment.
- Ability to define, organize, and lead shop floor manufacturing processes.
- Ability to plan tasks and adhere to documentation requirements and production schedules.
- Intermediate to Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project
- Must be organized, have strong attention to detail, and a drive to complete tasks on time.