Manufacturing Engineer

Akkodis is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II for a Direct Hire opportunity with a client in the Charleston, SC area. This is an onsite position supporting manufacturing engineering activities related to product design, steel processing, fabrication, and assembly. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, manufacturing processes, fabrication, and production/shop-floor operations.Salary Range:Level I: $75,000-$82,000 annuallyLevel II: $90,000-$100,000 annually(The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)Manufacturing Engineer II responsibilities include:Support continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with engineering, production, quality, and project teams.Develop manufacturing work packages defining sequences of operations, part routings, and product structures within ERP software.Apply knowledge of fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials to improve manufacturability and production efficiency.Create engineering drawings and assist with fixture and tooling design using CAD software.Perform material takeoffs to determine raw material, processing, and hardware requirements.Program cutting machines using nesting software to improve production efficiency and material utilization.Review drawings, specifications, technical notes, and flow-down requirements to ensure they are incorporated into manufacturing work packages.Provide technical support to production teams related to fabrication and assembly processes.Work cross-functionally with internal departments, vendors, and customers throughout the product lifecycle.Participate in manufacturing process improvements and implementation of best practices.Desired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.1-3+ years of related engineering or manufacturing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.1-3+ years of SolidWorks experience.1-3+ years of AutoCAD experience.Knowledge of fabrication and assembly practices, tooling, and fixturing preferred.Knowledge of production scheduling and shop-floor operations.Experience with ERP systems and shop-floor control, production planning, or inventory-control applications preferred.Ability to independently manage multiple projects and changing priorities.Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, production, vendors, and customers.Benefits:Comprehensive benefits packageCompetitive pay401(k) matchHSA/FSAPaid holidaysPaid time offInternal referral bonus opportunitiesShift differentialsOvertime potentialPaid on-the-job trainingCertification sponsorship opportunitiesCareer growth opportunitiesIf you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at allyson.kumbera@akkodisgroup.comEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:· The California Fair Chance Act· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance