Manufacturing Engineer

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development and training

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer for our Miamisburg, OH facility to support a low-volume, high-mix production environment. Strong background in machining is preferred; this role emphasizes work instruction development, process validation, and continuous improvement.

You will lead process development, train personnel, and collaborate across operations, quality, and planning to meet schedules while reducing costs.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or machining certificate preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD platforms.
• Experience with G-Code CNC programming is desired.
• Strong understanding/experience of blueprints and GD&T.
• Supervisory experience in a manufacturing role is a plus.
• Knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic, and automation is a plus.
• Fixture and tooling design experience is a plus.
• Experience using DFMEA, PFMEA and DFA/DFM methodologies.
• Proactive communication and interpersonal skills in cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Create and update work instructions that define critical‑to‑quality characteristics and establish robust process controls.
• Train production personnel on new processes and revisions to existing procedures.
• Lead multiple continuous improvement and process development initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, and planning teams to meet delivery schedules, maintain quality, and minimize manufacturing costs.
• Support and develop assembly processes involving soldering, encapsulation, fastening, and related manufacturing methods.
• Investigate fabrication, test, and assembly issues and drive corrective actions.
• Review engineering designs for manufacturability and recommend improvements to reduce variation and enhance production flow.
• Support early‑stage design concepts and prototype builds.
• Conduct make/buy and value‑engineering studies to identify cost‑reduction opportunities.
• Streamline processes by eliminating waste and implementing cost‑saving improvements.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

B.S. in engineering or machining certificate

Tools

SolidWorks

G-Code CNC

Automation knowledge

Fixture design

Job description

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Summary

Our Miamisburg, OH facility is seeking a hands‑on Manufacturing Engineer to support a low‑volume, high‑mix production environment. A strong background in machining is preferred. This role focuses on work instruction development, process validation, and continuous improvement, requiring strong problem‑solving abilities and clear communication across cross‑functional teams. Additional processes may include mechanical assembly, electronics soldering and assembly, epoxy encapsulation, ceramic-to-metal sealing, tracer gas leak testing, machining, and welding. The Manufacturing Engineer will report directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor.

What You’ll Do

• Create and update work instructions that define critical‑to‑quality characteristics and establish robust process controls;
• Train production personnel on new processes and revisions to existing procedures;
• Lead multiple continuous improvement and process development initiatives;
• Collaborate with operations, quality, and planning teams to meet delivery schedules, maintain quality, and minimize manufacturing costs;
• Support and develop assembly processes involving soldering, encapsulation, fastening, and related manufacturing methods;
• Investigate fabrication, test, and assembly issues and drive corrective actions;
• Review engineering designs for manufacturability and recommend improvements to reduce variation and enhance production flow;
• Support early‑stage design concepts and prototype builds;
• Conduct make/buy and value‑engineering studies to identify cost‑reduction opportunities;
• Streamline processes by eliminating waste and implementing cost‑saving improvements;
• Embed safety requirements into work instructions and support accident investigations and safety‑related activities;
• Assist in training production machinists and other employees related to specific program work;
• Assist the machining group in the setup of various CNC and manual machining processes and assist in trouble shooting machining issues, fixture design, and giving recommendations for improvement as necessary;
• Support job hazard analysis activities when appropriate. Other duties as assigned.

What You Need

• B.S. degree in an engineering discipline and/or machining certificate is preferred;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment;
• Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD platforms;
• Experience with G-Code and CNC Programing is desired;
• Strong understanding/experience of blueprints and GD&T;
• Experience with gauging and measurement techniques and equipment is a plus;
• Supervisory experience in a manufacturing role is a plus;
• Knowledge of PLC’s, ladder logic, and automation is a plus;
• Fixture and tooling design experience is a plus;
• Experience using DFMEA, PFMEA and DFA/DFM methodologies;
• Proactive communication and interpersonal skills while working in cross‑functional teams;
• Strong judgment and decision‑making skills;
• Green or Black Belt certification is a plus;
• Please note, due to the requirements from the Department of Energy, U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED:

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
• A collaborative environment working on mission‑critical technology

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day. Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.