Manufacturing Engineer

Apogee Enterprises Inc; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

401(k) with employer contribution and

Employee Stock Purchase Plan withemply

Job summary

Kalwall Enterprises Inc. in Manchester, NH seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to improve processes and lead technical support on the shop floor. You will help diagnose equipment issues, create drawings and work instructions, and design fixtures for in-house fabrication.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, collaboration with maintenance and operations, and implementing corrective actions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Engineering Technology discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Proficient in CAD and Microsoft Office; experience with 3D printing a plus.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting control components and motion systems in automated equipment.
• Experience in assembly, CNC machining, testing, heat treating, bending, welding, and finishing a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in creative problem solving and implementing corrective action.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; written and verbal communication of complicated subjects is required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, design, propose, and implement manufacturing process and equipment improvements to advance safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency.
• Provide leadership and hands-on technical support for manufacturing operations and maintenance activities in a dynamic team environment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and document breakdowns of automated equipment.
• Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, manufacturing work instructions, and maintenance procedures.
• Design tooling, fixtures, and small to medium-scale equipment for in-house fabrication by our machine shop to support manufacturing operations.
• Assist in the specification and procurement of new capital equipment working with outside suppliers.
• Contribute to creative problem solving and implement root cause corrective action as part of cross-functional team events.

Skills

CAD

3D printing

Troubleshooting automation

Mechanical design

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Kalwall Enterprises Inc.

On July 1, 2026, Apogee completed the acquisition of Kalwall Enterprises, a vertically integrated manufacturer of high-performance translucent daylighting solutions, based in Manchester, New Hampshire. Kalwall Enterprises is currently being integrated into the Architectural Glass segment in Apogee. This position is based on site at Kalwall Enterprises in Manchester, New Hampshire.

We are currently looking to add a Manufacturing Engineer to our growing Engineering team. This is an opportunity to apply your skills and experience to exciting projects in an established manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, design, propose, and implement manufacturing process and equipment improvements to advance safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency.
• Provide leadership and hands-on technical support for manufacturing operations and maintenance activities in a dynamic team environment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and document breakdowns of automated equipment.
• Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, manufacturing work instructions, and maintenance procedures.
• Design tooling, fixtures, and small to medium-scale equipment for in-house fabrication by our machine shop to support manufacturing operations.
• Assist in the specification and procurement of new capital equipment working with outside suppliers.
• Contribute to creative problem solving and implement root cause corrective action as part of cross-functional team events.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Engineering Technology discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Proficient in CAD (e.g. AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks) and Microsoft Office applications; experience with 3D printing a plus.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting control components and motion systems in automated equipment.
• Experience in assembly, CNC machining, testing, heat treating, bending, welding, and finishing a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in creative problem solving and implementing corrective action.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; written and verbal communication of complicated subjects is required.

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Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.