Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Santa Ana, CA
Schedule: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM M-F
Industry: Contract Manufacturing/Precision Fabrication/Electronics Assembly
Type: Full-time Direct Hire
Salary: 120K+
We're seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to drive machine efficiency, improve operational performance, and support how products are made on the factory floor. You'll work closely with technicians, operators, and control systems to improve uptime, reduce failure, and optimize manufacturing processes. This role is ideal for a strong problem-solver who can turn data into action and thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume production setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret data from control systems and sensors to identify inefficiencies
- Partner with plant floor teams to improve production processes and equipment performance
- Support and manage manufacturing projects-from concept to implementation
- Perform PFMEA and support validation builds and documentation
- Support new product introductions (NPI) by developing efficient manufacturing processes
- Identify the best manufacturing approach for new and existing products
- Lead hands-on process improvements and preventative maintenance efforts
- Present findings and improvements clearly, including ROI impact
- Ensure consistent documentation using tools like AutoCAD and SolidWorks
- Occasional travel to support partners or customer sites
Qualifications:
- Experience: 2+ years in manufacturing;
- Background: Bachelor's in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering
- Skills:
- AutoCAD/SolidWorks proficiency
- Strong troubleshooting & preventative maintenance mindset
- Data-driven and analytical; able to act on operational data
- Excellent communication & presentation skills
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated
Los Angeles county
, to the extent our customers
require
a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.