Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer applies engineering knowledge to support process development, fixture design, and continuous improvement in a sheet metal fabrication environment. This role requires demonstrated ability to self manage assigned projects involving brackets and simple assemblies. The Manufacturing Engineer I understands the flow of manufacturing operations, models components in CAD with confidence, and provides reliable engineering support to production with moderate supervision.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently manage assigned engineering projects involving brackets, simple weldments, and basic assemblies.
• Develop and document manufacturing processes, routings, work instructions, and tooling requirements for assigned parts.
• Perform DFM reviews and communicate recommendations to customers or internal stakeholders.
• Design and detail fixtures and tooling for assigned applications using CAD software.
• Support production launch activities including first-article verification, operator setup instruction, and process sign-off.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in assigned process areas.
• Maintain accurate engineering data, BOM structures, and documentation in the ERP system.
• Collaborate with programming, planning, quality, and operations to resolve day-to-day engineering issues.
• Support capital equipment commissioning and process validation activities as assigned.
• Follow all safety policies, quality standards, and engineering procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline required.
• Minimum 1-2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; sheet metal fabrication experience preferred.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software for part and assembly modeling.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T notation with confidence.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assigned projects to completion with moderate supervision.
• Working knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes including laser cutting, punching, and forming.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and production functions.
• Basic ERP data entry and documentation experience preferred.

RPM Staffing is a regional staffing and recruiting agency. We work with many well established businesses and industries throughout the U.S.