Manufacturing Engineer

DSJ Global; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role involves providing technical support for automated production systems, diagnosing downtime issues, and optimizing processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering field, experience with PLC troubleshooting, and knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. The position offers a competitive salary range of $85,000 - $95,000 per year and is full-time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Hands-on experience with automated manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Strong knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and electrical controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily technical support for automated manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve downtime issues involving PLCs and control systems.
• Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks through optimization.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical controls

Mechanical systems

Lean manufacturing principles

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

DSJ Global is partnered with a leading manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in supporting automated production systems.

Base Pay Range

$85,000 - $95,000 per year

Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Concord, North Carolina
Industry: Automotive Components Manufacturing
Job Type: Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Provide daily technical support for automated manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Diagnose and resolve downtime issues involving PLCs, sensors, and control systems.
• Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks and waste through process optimization.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve equipment reliability and safety.
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
• Recommend and implement automation and tooling improvements to boost efficiency and quality.
• Design and implement tooling and process solutions using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Hands‑on experience with automated manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Strong knowledge of PLC troubleshooting, electrical controls, and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.