Manufacturing Engineer

Ultimate Staffing Services; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services seeks an experienced Mechanical/Automation Engineer for our RTP/Benson operations. You will lead equipment design, vendor coordination, and process development to deliver heavy production capabilities.

The role includes hands-on startup support, safety and quality compliance, and collaboration with R&D to innovate processes. The ideal candidate has a engineering degree and 3+ years in heavy manufacturing equipment, with strong CAD and PFMEA/Control Plan experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering required, plus 3+ years of experience.
• Hands-on experience designing and validating complex equipment assemblies.
• Track record in heavy custom equipment design and full-cycle commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation, quotes, and selection of advanced manufacturing technologies and vendors.
• Own equipment design from requirements to commissioning and production qualification.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve throughput, quality, and reliability.
• Manage technical schedules, budgets, and deliverables aligned with milestones and customer commitments.
• Provide hands-on support during production startups to stabilize processes.

Skills

CAD modeling

Vendor management

PFMEA

Control Plans

Electrical schematics

Pneumatic diagrams

Engineering calculations

Process development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

MES

Simulation software

Job description

Location & Salary

Location: RTP*must be able to transition full time to Benson site in 2027*Salary: $100-$175/k

Responsibilities

• Lead the evaluation, quote comparison, and selection of advanced manufacturing technologies and vendors.
• Own equipment design/requirements, vendor performance and schedule, commissioning activities, process development, and production qualification for major heavy production processes.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve throughput, quality, and equipment reliability.
• Manage technical schedules, budgets, and deliverables aligned with company milestones and customer commitments.
• Provide hands‑on support during production startup, helping stabilize processes and eliminate early bottlenecks.
• Develop and innovate new processes and equipment strategies, collaborating with R&D.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all process activities.
• Travel to support equipment development reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) as needed (estimated at <25>Develop, review, or manage deliverables such as risk assessments, process design documents, engineering diagrams, and quality control plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 3+ years of experience.
• Strong, hands‑on experience creating, modifying, and validating complex equipment assemblies in CAD.
• A proven track record in heavy custom equipment design, vendor management, and full‑cycle commissioning for thermal or raw material processing.
• Expert‑level experience authoring and developing standard manufacturing documents such as PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Process Flows.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams, including performing core engineering calculations.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export‑controlled information or facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heavy industrial manufacturing, metallurgy, foundry operations, or chemical processing.
• Experience handling reactive powders or managing high‑temperature vacuum furnace environments.
• Proficiency with advanced simulation software for workflow and line balancing.
• Familiarity with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) implementation and transaction mapping.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.