Manufacturing Engineer

Octagon Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Octagon Group in Dallas, TX is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to own the full NPI lifecycle and drive DFM for power distribution equipment. Based at the Dallas site, you will shape manufacturing strategies and build scalable production processes.

You will lead layout design, capital equipment planning, tooling, and hands-on problem solving on the floor. A strong background in electrical or electromechanical manufacturing and Lean methods is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment with NPI, DFM and capital equipment planning.
• Strong ability to read schematics and understand wiring, terminations and components.
• Practical Lean manufacturing experience including value stream mapping and flow optimization.
• Experience with UL standards (UL508A, UL67, UL891) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Own the full NPI lifecycle from concept through production release and ensure manufacturability.
• Develop and implement production processes including routing, tooling and validation.
• Design and optimise facility layouts, workstations, and production flow at the Dallas site.
• Identify, justify, and implement capital equipment investments with clear ROI.
• Design tooling, fixtures and assembly aids to improve quality and reduce cycle time.
• Lead root cause analysis and hands-on problem-solving on the production floor.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

NPI

DFM

Lean manufacturing

Electrical / electromechanical

Schematic reading

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer – Power Distribution Equipment

A leading engineering-driven organisation is seeking a highly capable Manufacturing Engineer to join its growing team in Dallas, Texas. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, scaling environment and wants to take full ownership of how complex electrical products are brought from concept to production.

Role Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer will lead new product introduction (NPI), design for manufacturability (DFM), and production system development. Based in Dallas, Texas, the Manufacturing Engineer will design how products are built, define manufacturing strategies, and implement the infrastructure required to support rapid growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the full NPI lifecycle from concept through production release, ensuring manufacturability at every stage.
• Develop and implement complete production processes including routing, tooling, and validation.
• Design and optimise facility layouts, workstations, and production flow within the Dallas, Texas site.
• Identify, justify, and implement capital equipment investments with clear ROI.
• Design tooling, fixtures, and assembly aids to improve quality and reduce cycle time.
• Lead root cause analysis and hands-on problem-solving on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a hands-on environment.
• Strong background in electrical or electromechanical manufacturing.
• Ability to read schematics and understand wiring, terminations, and components.
• Proven experience with NPI, DFM, facility layout, and capital equipment planning.
• Practical Lean manufacturing experience (value stream mapping, flow optimisation).
• Experience with UL standards (UL508A, UL67, UL891) is highly desirable.

Why Join

• Be part of a high-growth organisation supporting critical power infrastructure for AI and data centres.
• Take full ownership as a Manufacturing Engineer shaping manufacturing processes end-to-end in Dallas, Texas.
• Work in a hands-on engineering culture focused on practical, real-world solutions.
• Collaborate with a highly technical and driven team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer looking to make a tangible impact while building scalable manufacturing systems in Dallas, Texas.