Manufacturing Engineer - Entry Level

Manufacturing Engineer – Entry Level

Full-Time | Onsite | Starting at $65,000 Annually (Based on Experience)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to join a growing engineering and production team. This opportunity is ideal for a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate or an early-career engineer looking to gain practical experience in manufacturing operations, equipment troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement.

In this role, you will work closely with production, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to support safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing processes. You'll gain exposure to both automated and manual production equipment while helping implement new tooling, improve equipment performance, and maintain consistent product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing operations by learning the functionality of automated and manual production equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment and production issues to improve reliability, minimize downtime, and maintain quality standards
• Assist with introducing new manufacturing equipment, tooling, and processes into production
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and internal engineering teams to ensure successful equipment installation, transition, and documentation
• Participate in the design, selection, sourcing, installation, and improvement of production tools, fixtures, and equipment
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to identify opportunities for process improvements
• Develop and update work instructions and technical documentation to support consistent manufacturing processes
• Promote safe, efficient production practices and help improve overall manufacturing performance
• Perform additional engineering and production support responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required
• 0–3 years of relevant experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Previous exposure to manufacturing, assembly operations, or production environments preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing equipment and processes
• Ability to approach technical challenges with initiative and a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Work Environment

• This position is based onsite in a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment featuring both automated and manual production equipment.
• The role involves regular interaction with production personnel, frequent walking throughout manufacturing areas, and periods of prolonged standing while observing equipment, troubleshooting processes, and supporting operations.
• Moderate equipment noise may be present, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when applicable.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-time, exempt
• Work Arrangement: 100% onsite
• Compensation: Starting at $65,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience
• Experience Level: Entry-level to early-career

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity to build practical manufacturing engineering experience while working directly with production equipment, tooling, and technical teams.

If you're a Mechanical Engineering graduate who enjoys solving problems, working with equipment, and seeing engineering concepts applied in real-world manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career!

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