Manufacturing Engineer

LHH; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a direct hire position in Indianapolis. You will drive manufacturing process development, support production initiatives, and work across engineering, programming, project management, and operations teams.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and 401K with company match. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field and at least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience, including process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes and production routings.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting CNC machining environments and production planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes for new and existing components.
• Review drawings, blueprints, and specs to optimize manufacturing.
• Determine optimal methods and production sequences.
• Create routings, travelers, and manufacturing documentation.
• Develop work instructions for consistent production standards.
• Estimate setup and cycle times and labor requirements.
• Support prototype and low-volume production projects.
• Collaborate with programmers on machining strategies.
• Lead continuous improvement across operations.
• Serve as liaison between engineering and production teams.

Skills

Process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing processes

Analytical thinking

Documentation & routings

Education

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

Tools

CNC machining

Production planning software

Job description

The LHH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client located in Indianapolis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization known for its commitment to quality, precision, and operational excellence. In this role, you will drive manufacturing process development, support new and existing production initiatives, and serve as a key technical resource working across engineering, programming, project management, and operations teams. The compensation is commensurate to experience and will range between $100K - 135K per year and includes comprehensive benefit and insurance plans, generous Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan with a company match.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes for new and existing components
• Review engineering drawings, blueprints, models, and technical specifications
• Determine optimal manufacturing methods and production sequences
• Select appropriate raw material sizes and stock requirements
• Create detailed routings, travelers, and manufacturing documentation
• Develop work instructions to support consistent production standards
• Estimate setup times, cycle times, and labor requirements
• Recommend equipment selection for production operations
• Support prototype, development, and low-volume production projects
• Collaborate with programmers on machining and process strategies
• Partner with project teams to ensure successful production execution
• Resolve manufacturing challenges affecting quality, cost, or delivery
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
• Serve as a technical liaison between engineering and production teams
• Establish and maintain manufacturing best practices and standards

**Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering is required
• Minimum of 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience within the manufacturing industry is required
• Must have experience developing manufacturing processes and production routings
• Must have the ability to interpret engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation
• Ideal candidates will have experience supporting CNC machining environments
• Ideal candidates will have experience with production planning and process optimization
• Ideal candidates will have the ability to estimate manufacturing times and costs
• Ideal candidates will have experience supporting prototype and low-volume production
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are preferred
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities are preferred
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects within demanding production environments
• Highly self-motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail

**Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

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