Manufacturing Engineer

RK Industries, LLC; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Industries, LLC in Aurora, CO seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to advance modular power and data center production. You will partner with Design and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure DFMA alignment and define tooling and workflow for safe, efficient manufacturing.

You will document work instructions, maintain BOMs and routings in the ERP system, and drive FPY improvements through lean initiatives and root-cause investigations. On-site role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering, preferably in modular, prefabricated, or electromechanical assembly environments.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for BOM management, routings, and production tracking.
• Experience with DFM/DFMA methodologies and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Support DFMA considerations during product development.
• Develop and document assembly, integration, and test processes for modular products.
• Review shop drawings and documentation for alignment with layouts and sequencing.
• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, jigs, and material-handling solutions.
• Maintain manufacturing BOMs, routings, and workstation sequencing in ERP.
• Participate in lean initiatives and standard work development.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and work instructions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to improve FPY and cycle time.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Support pilot builds and process validation activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Process engineering

DFM/DFMA

GD&T

CAD tools

ERP systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

ERP systems

CAD tools

Job description

RK Company Overview

As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers’ greatest concepts into reality.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes for RK Mission Critical’s modular power and data center product lines. This role contributes to the design of assembly and integration processes, tooling, and build sequencing to ensure safe, efficient, and repeatable production operations.

The Manufacturing Engineer works closely with Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering leadership to support Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFM/DFMA) efforts and ensure alignment between engineering documentation and production execution.

Role Responsibilities

• Support collaboration with Design Engineering to identify and address DFM/DFMA considerations during product development.
• Assist in the development, improvement, and documentation of assembly, integration, and test processes for modular electrical and power infrastructure products.
• Review shop drawings and build documentation to ensure alignment with workstation layouts, build sequencing, and production requirements, providing feedback as needed.
• Support the design and implementation of tooling, fixtures, jigs, and material-handling solutions to improve safety and process consistency.
• Assist in developing and maintaining manufacturing BOMs, routings, and workstation sequencing within the ERP system.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives, including value stream mapping, standard work development, and workflow improvements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, standard work, and process records.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to support improvements in First Pass Yield (FPY), defect reduction, and cycle time.
• Support root cause investigations (5-Why, 8D, etc.) and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Support pilot builds, engineering builds, and process validation activities to ensure production readiness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline required.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering, preferably in modular, prefabricated, or electromechanical assembly environments.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Understanding of workstation design, assembly sequencing, and production flow.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for BOM management, routings, and production tracking.
• Experience supporting process development and documentation efforts.
• Good understanding of DFM/DFMA methodologies, GD&T, and engineering drawings.
• Experience reading and aligning shop drawings production processes & requirements.
• Proficiency or familiarity with CAD tools to support process layouts or tooling concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to support accurate, repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across engineering, production, and support teams.

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

• Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
• Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
• Work in all types of weather.
• Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools.
• Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Prompt, punctual, and regular attendance during core business hours, in an office environment (not a telecommuting position), currently located in the Aurora, including a reliable means of transport to and from work.
• Ability to occasionally travel between corporate offices and jobsites within the Greater Denver Area, during work hours.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental

• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition

• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards

• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation

• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands‑on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.