Manufacturing Controls Engineer - Onsite, $135k+ & 5% Bonus

Advatix LATAM; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HRforGrowth is assisting in recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer – Controls for a client in Thomaston, CT. The role focuses on supporting the controls engineering team to develop, maintain, and improve electromechanical manufacturing processes for mission-critical systems.

Strong CAD/CAM, ERP, CNC skills, and Lean experience are essential. The position is full-time onsite with compensation around $135,000+ per year and a 5% bonus opportunity.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience using CAD software; SolidWorks experience is preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems, manufacturing bills of material, and routings.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel occasionally, both domestically and internationally.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain bills of manufacture, engineering masters, routings, and related manufacturing data within the ERP system.
• Develop, maintain, and support CNC programs for fabrication equipment, including sheet metal manufacturing machinery.
• Design and develop tooling and fixtures to improve manufacturing efficiency and production capabilities.
• Coordinate tooling and fabrication activities internally and with qualified outside suppliers.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and production issues in collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Develop, document, and continuously improve manufacturing processes to optimize quality, productivity, efficiency, and cost.
• Review engineering changes and implement updates to manufacturing documentation, routings, and open production orders.
• Investigate non-conforming products and participate in corrective action and material review activities.
• Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing equipment, tooling, and technologies to enhance production capabilities.
• Provide technical support during customer proposal and quotation activities.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering regarding manufacturability, tooling requirements, and production methods.
• Support make-versus-buy evaluations in partnership with Purchasing and Supply Chain teams.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Assist with onboarding and training new Manufacturing Engineering personnel.
• Provide technical support and engineering guidance throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.

Skills

Manufacturing process development

ERP systems

CNC programming

CAD design

Tooling design

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP software

CNC programming software

Job description

HRforGrowth is assisting in recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer – Controls for a client in Thomaston, CT. The role focuses on supporting the controls engineering team to develop, maintain, and improve electromechanical manufacturing processes for mission-critical systems.

Strong CAD/CAM, ERP, CNC skills, and Lean experience are essential. The position is full-time onsite with compensation around $135,000+ per year and a 5% bonus opportunity.