Manufacturing Engineer

Mount Kemble Search Group; Charlestown (NH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Kemble Search Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III for sheet metal operations in Charlestown, NH. This hands-on role collaborates with operators and leadership to drive process improvements that boost efficiency, quality, and throughput.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in manufacturing engineering, strong sheet metal experience, and knowledge of fabrication, forming, cutting, machining, and assembly. MIG/TIG welding and CAD experience are a plus. Direct hire position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• 6+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
• Strong experience supporting sheet metal manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of fabrication, forming, cutting, machining, and assembly processes.
• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes and process improvements.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with operations teams.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with operators, supervisors, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and improve manufacturing processes for sheet metal production operations.
• Work closely with production teams, supervisors, and leadership to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design and implement efficient manufacturing processes, tooling, and workflows.
• Develop floor plans and layouts for new equipment installations and production line improvements.
• Evaluate and optimize fabrication, forming, cutting, machining, and assembly processes.
• Support capital equipment projects from concept through implementation.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and quality.
• Train and support operators and technicians on new equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding equipment, tooling, and process improvements.Analyze production data and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization.
• Participate in new product introduction efforts and provide manufacturability feedback.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Skills

Sheet metal operations

Manufacturing engineering

Process development

Welding knowledge

Lean Manufacturing

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer III – Sheet Metal Operations

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer III to support and optimize sheet metal manufacturing operations at a growing production facility in Charlestown, NH. This is a hands‑on engineering role for someone who enjoys working directly on the production floor, collaborating with operators and leadership, and driving process improvements that increase efficiency, quality, and throughput.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in sheet metal processing, fabrication, manufacturing process development, and equipment implementation. Experience with welding processes and facility layout planning is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and improve manufacturing processes for sheet metal production operations.
• Work closely with production teams, supervisors, and leadership to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design and implement efficient manufacturing processes, tooling, and workflows.
• Develop floor plans and layouts for new equipment installations and production line improvements.
• Evaluate and optimize fabrication, forming, cutting, machining, and assembly processes.
• Support capital equipment projects from concept through implementation.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and quality.
• Train and support operators and technicians on new equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding equipment, tooling, and process improvements.Analyze production data and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization.
• Participate in new product introduction efforts and provide manufacturability feedback.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• 6+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
• Strong experience supporting sheet metal manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of fabrication, forming, cutting, machining, and assembly processes.
• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes and process improvements.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a highly collaborative approach with operations teams.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with operators, supervisors, and leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sheet metal design and fabrication experience.
• MIG and TIG welding knowledge.
• Experience with manufacturing facility layouts and floor planning for new equipment.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• CNC machining experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience.

What We're Looking For

This role is ideal for a hands‑on manufacturing engineer who enjoys being on the production floor, partnering with teams to solve problems, and helping drive the growth of a manufacturing operation. We're looking for someone who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves, take ownership of projects, and make a visible impact on the business.

Direct Hire | $115-125K| Charlestown, NH