Manufacturing Engineer

Randstad USA; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Project Engineer 3 in Memphis, TN. This role involves overseeing the transfer of manufacturing processes while ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in product development or transfer, preferably in the medical device industry, and possess strong process optimization and communication skills. This contract position offers an opportunity to significantly impact manufacturing efficiency and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in new product development or product transfer.
• Experience in regulated industry, preferably medical devices.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the transfer of manufacturing processes with minimal disruption.
• Create detailed project plans with timelines and resource allocation.
• Work with various teams to align objectives regarding transfers.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.
• Monitor progress and address any deviations from the plan.

Skills

Process optimization

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

GD&T knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering

Job description

The Senior Project Engineer 3 oversees the seamless transition of manufacturing processes from one location to another, ensuring minimal disruption. Responsibilities include coordinating with cross‑functional teams, managing timelines, and maintaining product quality during the transfer. The role requires expertise in process optimization, problem solving, and compliance with industry standards. Strong communication skills are essential for liaising with stakeholders, including engineering, quality, regulatory, supply planning, procurement, and production teams. Senior Project Engineer 3 also monitors and reports on progress, ensuring that all project objectives are met efficiently.

What will you be doing:

• Manage the transfer of manufacturing processes between locations, ensuring minimal disruption to production.
• Create detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and milestones for the transfer process.
• Work closely with engineering, quality assurance, regulatory, supply planning, procurement, production teams, and suppliers to align objectives and address potential issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Ensure all processes adhere to industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Track and report on the progress of the transfer project, addressing any deviations from the plan.
• Resolve any technical or logistical problems that arise during the transfer to avoid delays and maintain production continuity.
• Prepare documentation and provide training to ensure the receiving location can operate the new processes effectively.

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering and at least 5 years’ professional work experience in new product development, product transfer in a regulated industry (Med Device preferred).
• Experience with medical device manufacturing methods is highly desirable.
• Communicate optimally, while working with multi‑functional teams, to achieve desired results.
• Build productive internal/external relationships and collaborate in teams.
• Complete assignments with directional input and periodic mentorship.
• The ability to understand, interpret, follow, and improve Inspection, gauging methods and different Quality Systems.
• Requires organizational and time management skills.
• Understand basic technical issues and develop solutions with scope of responsibilities.
• Basic knowledge of Operations deliverables / documentation is preferred.
• Duties and responsibilities may change as business needs change.
• Having GD&T knowledge will be beneficial.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Industries: Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing