Manufacturing & Design Engineer

Konik; Litchfield (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and 视s?

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Konik in Minnesota seeks a Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager to lead product development, engineering design, manufacturing support, and quality-improvement initiatives.

You will drive new product development from concept through prototyping, testing, and production, and oversee molds, components, and process improvements using SolidWorks and Lean methods. This role emphasizes mentoring teams and delivering robust engineering documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years engineering experience in manufacturing, product development or mechanical design.
• Experience with rotational molding, plastics manufacturing, or related processes.
• SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation proficiency.
• Root cause analysis, corrective actions, and design for manufacturability knowledge.
• Strong leadership, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product development from concept to prototyping, testing, and production.
• Design molds and components using SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling.
• Manage projects, schedules, documentation, design reviews, BOMs, cost estimates, and specs.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability, material efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Provide technical support to customers, suppliers, and Sales; participate in design reviews.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and related methods.
• Supervise and develop Engineering and Quality teams; coordinate cross-functional work.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager
Litchfield, MN | $90,000-$100,000 | Direct Hire | 100% Onsite

Konik is partnering with a manufacturing organization in the plastics industry seeking a Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager to lead product development, engineering design, manufacturing support, and quality improvement initiatives.

Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager Responsibilities

• Lead new product development from concept and design through prototyping, testing, and production implementation.
• Design and develop molds, mechanical components, and product enhancements using SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling.
• Manage engineering projects, including schedules, technical documentation, design reviews, bills of materials, cost estimates, and product specifications.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Quality teams to troubleshoot production issues, investigate defects, implement corrective actions, and improve product performance.
• Evaluate product designs for manufacturability, material efficiency, performance, and cost reduction opportunities.
• Provide technical support to customers, suppliers, and Sales, including reviewing specifications, developing solutions, and participating in design reviews.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Supervise and develop Engineering and Quality team members while coordinating cross-functional project activities.

Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in manufacturing, product development, or mechanical design.
• Experience with rotational molding, plastics manufacturing, or related manufacturing processes.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of product development, mold design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, quality improvement, and design for manufacturability.
• Strong leadership, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience implementing Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing cost analysis.
• Experience with 3D printing, fused deposition modeling (FDM), or FARO Scan Arm technology.
• Experience leading engineering and quality teams in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays.

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Konik is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

Konik has been a leader in the technical staffing industry for more than 50 years, providing the fastest and easiest link between employees and employers. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.