Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

Inmotion; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Inmotion in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive productivity, quality, and on-time delivery. You will manage equipment, support NPI, and lead process improvements with cross-functional teams.

Strong problem‑solving, ability to read drawings, and knowledge of Lean, SPC, DOE, and root-cause analysis are required. Occasional international travel and collaboration with global teams are expected; Italian language proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong emphasis on continuous improvement and quality.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical diagrams, and process docs.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Achieve productivity, quality, OTP, and OTD targets.
• Support NPI and manufacturing tech implementations.
• Lead continuous improvement via KPI analysis and root cause actions.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for equipment reliability.
• Identify skill gaps and coordinate training to improve performance.
• Coordinate with global teams on product introductions and standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Quality mindset

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings & schematics

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Inventor CAD

VB.NET

C#

PLC programming

Job description

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes production equipment, tooling, test systems, and software to achieve productivity, quality, OTP, and OTD targets.
• Supports new product introduction (NPI), process industrialization, and the implementation of new manufacturing technologies.
• Drives continuous improvement through KPI analysis, root cause investigation, corrective actions, and non-conformity reduction initiatives.
• Oversees equipment reliability through preventive, corrective, and improvement-focused maintenance activities, coordinating external support as needed.
• Identifies operational skill gaps and recommends training to enhance workforce capability and performance.
• Supports organizational change initiatives and promotes the adoption of best practices across manufacturing operations.
• Serves as the primary liaison with global Group companies and headquarters, coordinating new product introductions, manufacturing projects, and the implementation of corporate standards and directives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NECESSARY:

• Strong attention to detail, quality focus, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical diagrams, board schematics, engineering specifications, and process documentation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPS/WCM principles, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, automation systems, PLCs, test equipment, and diagnostic tools.
• Proficiency with engineering software, including 2D/3D CAD modeling (Inventor preferred); familiarity with VB, VB.NET, and C# programming environments preferred.
• This position requires occasional international travel to support new product introductions, manufacturing projects, and collaboration with global sister companies.
• Professional working proficiency in Italian is preferred to support collaboration with international engineering and operations teams.