Manufacturing Engineer

Crane Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Company in Los Angeles is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. This role focuses on process development, troubleshooting, and efficiency improvements while supporting both new product introduction and sustaining production.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, and motivated to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance through data-driven methods, CAD tooling, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset and data-driven problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Support production and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.
• Develop and troubleshoot manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and cost performance.
• Assist with new product introduction and sustaining production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement automation and technology solutions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Process optimization

Statistical methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field

Tools

CAD (2D/3D)

PLC programming

Statistical software

Job description

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will support production and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. This role focuses on process development, troubleshooting, and efficiency improvements while supporting both new product introduction and sustaining production. The ideal candidate is hands on, analytical, and motivated to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Manufacturing & Process Development:
• Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
• Production Support & Problem Solving
• Automation & Technology Integration

Essential Qualifications / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field
• 1 to 2 years of manufacturing engineering or related experience
• Working knowledge of manufacturing methods, process design, and statistical process control
• Experience with DFMEA, ISO 9001, and quality systems
• Proficiency with CAD tools in 2D and 3D
• Familiarity with machining, assembly, welding, and electro mechanical systems
• Exposure to automation, robotics, and PLC programming
• Understanding of GD and T and engineering drawings
• Knowledge of production processes, materials, and cost drivers
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma tools

Demonstrated ability to:

• Analyze and solve complex manufacturing problems using data driven methods
• Evaluate manufacturability and production impact of design changes
• Manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast paced environment
• Communicate effectively across production, engineering, and leadership teams
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, labor efficiency, and quality improvement

Preferred:

• Experience with Cobots and integration into manufacturing systems
• Hands on experience with tools for troubleshooting and equipment calibration
• Ability to travel to vendors or customer sites as needed

About Crane Co

Crane Company (NYSE: CR) is a manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products. Founded in 1855, Crane provides products and solutions to customers in the aerospace, defense and space, chemical and petrochemical, water and wastewater, pharmaceutical, and general industrial end markets. The Company operates through two strategic growth platforms: Aerospace & Electronics and Process Flow Technologies. Crane has approximately 7,000 employees across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. For more information, visit www.craneco.com.

Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements.

Salary range: $80,000 to $90,000. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.