Manufacturing Engineer

CEO Inc.; Antioch (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forward-Thinking Culture

Professional Growth

Meaningful Contribution

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Illinois is looking for a Mid-Senior level Manufacturing Engineer to lead automation initiatives and enhance production processes. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 4+ years’ experience in manufacturing engineering. This full-time role offers opportunities for professional growth and meaningful contributions to efficiency and product quality.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands‑on experience in manufacturing engineering, automation, or process improvement.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and modern automation technologies.
• Solid project management background with strong cross‑team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage automation initiatives, ensuring smooth integration.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to bring new products from concept to production.
• Analyze workflows to uncover bottlenecks and implement cost-saving solutions.
• Support production teams in maintaining quality and compliance.
• Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.

Skills

Automation

Lean

Six Sigma

Project management

Collaboration

CAD proficiency

Analytical problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

This range is provided by CEO Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage automation initiatives, ensuring smooth integration with existing operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to bring new products from concept to production.
• Analyze workflows to uncover bottlenecks, improve layouts, and implement cost-saving solutions.
• Support production teams in driving consistent quality and compliance with safety standards.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance performance.
• Design process improvements that increase throughput, cut cycle times, and reduce costs.
• Assist in selecting, installing, and troubleshooting equipment to maximize productivity.
• Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience in manufacturing engineering, automation, or process improvement.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and modern automation technologies.
• Solid project management background with strong cross‑team collaboration skills.
• CAD proficiency (SolidWorks is a plus).
• Analytical, detail‑oriented problem solver with strong communication skills.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Forward‑Thinking Culture – Work with a team that embraces innovation and advanced technology.
• Professional Growth – Expand your skillset, take on high‑impact projects, and grow your career.
• Meaningful Contribution – See your work directly influence efficiency, cost savings, and product quality.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Industries

• Manufacturing

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a role where your ideas and solutions will shape the future of manufacturing, we’d love to connect with you. Apply now and be part of something impactful.