Manufacturing Engineer

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a growing manufacturing team. The role centers on transforming product concepts into efficient, repeatable manufacturing processes and acting as a bridge between Design, Engineering, and Production groups.

The ideal candidate thrives on cross‑functional collaboration, tackles technical challenges, and partners with design and production teams to bring new products to market.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or in related roles.
• Understanding of product development and manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and technical aptitude.
• Ability to work across multiple departments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Comfortable in both office and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Act as the bridge between Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams.
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Support product launches from concept through production.
• Participate in prototype development, testing, and manufacturing trials.
• Troubleshoot production and process-related issues.
• Translate product designs into manufacturable, scalable solutions.
• Partner with domestic and international manufacturing teams to support production needs.
• Drive continuous improvements in quality, efficiency, and manufacturability.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Product development

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Office & shop floor

Job description

A growing manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to serve as a key link between Product Development, Engineering, Industrial Design, and Manufacturing. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role focused on transforming product concepts into efficient, repeatable manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate enjoys working cross-functionally, solving technical challenges, and partnering with both design and production teams to bring new products to market.

What You'll Be Doing

• Act as the bridge between Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for new and existing products
• Support product launches from concept through production
• Participate in prototype development, testing, and manufacturing trials
• Troubleshoot production and process-related issues
• Translate product designs into manufacturable, scalable solutions
• Partner with domestic and international manufacturing teams to support production needs
• Drive continuous improvements in quality, efficiency, and manufacturability

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Manufacturing Engineering experience
• Understanding of product development and manufacturing processes
• Strong technical problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and disciplines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Comfortable in both office and manufacturing environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with soft goods manufacturing, including upholstery, fabrics, vinyl, leather, or related materials
• Product development or new product introduction experience
• Experience supporting production facilities and manufacturing operations
• Background in seating, furniture, automotive interiors, recreational products, or similar industries

What Makes This Opportunity Attractive

• High-visibility role with significant cross-functional exposure
• Opportunity to influence both product development and manufacturing strategy
• Hands‑on involvement with prototypes, new products, and production implementation
• Collaborative culture with direct interaction across engineering, manufacturing, and design teams
• Opportunity for growth and career development within a stable manufacturing environment

Travel

• Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities as needed
• Travel is project-driven and not expected to be extensive

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of design and production. Whether you have several years of experience or are earlier in your engineering career, success in this position comes from being adaptable, collaborative, hands‑on, and capable of turning ideas into manufacturable products.