Entry/Junior level Manufacturing Engineer

Software Placement Group, SPG; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group (SPG) seeks an entry-level Manufacturing Engineer to join our Memphis, TN team. Learn manufacturing systems, support production processes, and contribute to continuous improvement under close supervision.

Bilingual Spanish/English are welcome but not required; relocation assistance is available for candidates moving to Memphis. The role offers hands-on experience with standard work, data collection, and Lean initiatives while collaborating with operators and technicians

Qualifications

• BSME or equivalent.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Introductory Lean concepts (5S, waste reduction).
• CAD exposure (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Excel / basic data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining standard work instructions.
• Support process troubleshooting on the production floor.
• Collect and analyze basic production data (scrap, cycle time, downtime).
• Participate in Lean / Six Sigma projects, often as a team member.
• Help implement process improvements and cost reduction ideas.
• Support tooling, fixtures, and equipment setup.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Work with operators and technicians to resolve day-to-day issues.

Skills

Intro Lean concepts

CAD exposure

Excel / data analysis

Team collaboration

Production floor troubleshooting

Education

BSME or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Memphis, TN | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

A well-established manufacturer serving the growing electric power industry is seeking an entry/junior level Manufacturing Engineer to join its Memphis, TN team. This role offers the opportunity to learn manufacturing systems, support production processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives under close supervision. Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are welcomed, though not required, and relocation assistance is available, particularly well-suited for someone currently renting who would have a lower-cost move.

What you'll do

• Assist in developing and maintaining standard work instructions
• Support process troubleshooting on the production floor
• Collect and analyze basic production data (scrap, cycle time, downtime)
• Participate in Lean / Six Sigma projects, often as a team member
• Help implement process improvements and cost reduction ideas
• Support tooling, fixtures, and equipment setup
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Work with operators and technicians to resolve day-to-day issues

Required qualifications

• BSME or equivalent
• 0 to 2 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment
• Introductory Lean concepts (5S, waste reduction)
• CAD exposure (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Excel / basic data analysis

Why this role

This is an opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer in the expanding electric power industry, with relocation assistance available for candidates moving to Memphis, TN.