Lean Mechanical Design Engineer | CAD, Process Optimization

22nd Century Technologies Inc.; Findlay Township (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

22nd Century Technologies Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and optimize processes in Findlay Township, PA. You will drive efficiency with Lean and Six Sigma, perform RCA/FMEA, and contribute to standard work and SOPs.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams, applying CAD tools to interpret diagrams and create cabinet models while ensuring safety and process compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or manufacturing engineering.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD design and technical drawings.
• Ability to interpret engineering diagrams and create schematics and cabinet models.
• Experience with process documentation and standard work instructions.
• Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of document control, drawing revisions, and technical submittals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and time management skills.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety and manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and procedures.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct time and motion studies, capacity analysis, and process evaluations.
• Identify production bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for manufacturing operations.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA), FMEA, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Develop standard work instructions, SOPs, and training documentation.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Monitor manufacturing KPIs, productivity, quality, and operational performance.
• Support equipment integration, automation, and manufacturing improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Time management

Leadership

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Safety standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PTC Creo

Siemens NX

GD&T

P&ID drawings

BOM generation

SAP / ERP systems

Job description

22nd Century Technologies Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and optimize processes in Findlay Township, PA. You will drive efficiency with Lean and Six Sigma, perform RCA/FMEA, and contribute to standard work and SOPs.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams, applying CAD tools to interpret diagrams and create cabinet models while ensuring safety and process compliance.