Hands-On Manufacturing Engineer — Fabrication & Process Improvement

Sacoma International; Indiana, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

EAP

Job summary

Sacoma Specialty Products is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer with experience in metal fabrication and welding environments. This role sits on the manufacturing floor to improve fabrication processes, troubleshoot equipment, support tooling and mechanical improvements, and drive safety, quality, efficiency, and cost.

You'll work closely with engineers, production, maintenance, and leadership to turn insights into practical changes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent with practical knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• 1–3 years technical fabrication experience in an industrial setting.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining heavy manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs using product design, fabrication, tooling, and materials knowledge.
• Develop processes by researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Improve efficiency by analyzing workflow, space needs, and equipment layout.
• Assist production with programming and adjusting robotic MIG welders and resistance welders.
• Ensure product and process quality by designing tests, establishing standards, and confirming processes.

Skills

Creo

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Fabrication knowledge

Education

Mechanical Engineering Technology degree

Tools

3D CAD software - Creo

Job description

Sacoma Specialty Products is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer with experience in metal fabrication and welding environments. This role sits on the manufacturing floor to improve fabrication processes, troubleshoot equipment, support tooling and mechanical improvements, and drive safety, quality, efficiency, and cost.

You'll work closely with engineers, production, maintenance, and leadership to turn insights into practical changes.