Manufacturing Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 89,544 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Rockford, IL. This long-term contract role involves providing hands-on support for manufacturing processes, driving improvements, and collaborating with various teams to troubleshoot and enhance operations. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, along with at least 2 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive pay range of $65–$75 per hour and includes comprehensive benefits like medical, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional engineering experience or equivalent combination of experience and advanced education.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex production and process issues with hands-on engineering support.
• Support capital equipment selection and implementation.
• Design and improve workflows and manufacturing processes.
• Communicate project status and operational updates to management.
• Collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Lean Manufacturing concepts

Six Sigma concepts

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Rockford, IL 61125

Hire Type: Long–Term Contract

Pay Range: $65–$75 per hour

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a well‑established client in the advanced manufacturing and aerospace components industry to hire a Manufacturing Engineer. This role supports plant operations by providing hands‑on manufacturing engineering expertise, driving process improvements, supporting new equipment implementation, and collaborating closely with production, engineering, and leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on manufacturing engineering support to resolve complex production and process issues
• Support capital equipment selection, justification, and implementation
• Design and improve cell layouts, workflows, and manufacturing processes using Lean and basic Six‑Sigma tools
• Support DFMA principles and new product introductions
• Partner with production teams to troubleshoot the manufacturing floor and implement process improvements
• Create, maintain, and update process documentation, work instructions, and engineering changes
• Initiate and support Process Flow Charts, PFMEA, and Control Plans in compliance with Quality System requirements
• Communicate project status and operational updates to management and customers as needed
• Collaborate with vendors, procurement, and cross‑functional or multi‑site teams
• Learn from senior engineers and support the development and training of team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Engineering or related technical field
• 2+ years of professional engineering experience (or equivalent combination of experience and advanced education)
• Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts
• Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis skills
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and/or electrical drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.