Manufacturing Engineer

Accelera; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in San Antonio is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to turn architectural and design concepts into precise technical documentation for product construction. You will work with cross-functional teams to refine layouts and ensure drawings meet industry benchmarks.

The role requires strong AutoCAD skills (2D/3D), the ability to take on-site measurements, and hands-on experience with manufacturing tools and equipment to support prototype builds and production readiness.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Strong AutoCAD (2D/3D) proficiency to generate precise drawings.
• Ability interpreting sketches and specifications to illustrate designs.
• Understanding of standard engineering practices and industry regulations.
• Ability to take on-site measurements to develop accurate layouts.
• Experience with manufacturing tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Create technical drawings and blueprints for product construction.
• Refine designs with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
• Coordinate design reviews with stakeholders to ensure alignment.
• Document problem resolutions and track project tasks.
• Assist in assembling prototype builds to validate concepts.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Job description

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing engineering initiatives by transforming architectural and design concepts into precise technical documentation for product construction. This position involves working closely with cross-functional teams to refine design layouts using AutoCAD, managing the procurement of necessary tooling and equipment, and conducting rigorous reviews of design schematics to ensure they meet all relevant industry benchmarks.

Core Responsibilities

• Contribute to the successful execution of various engineering projects.
• Generate comprehensive technical drawings that serve as blueprints for structural and product development.
• Facilitate project alignment by coordinating reviews across multiple departments and key stakeholders.
• Manage and track problem resolution documentation to ensure all project tasks reach timely completion.
• Assist in the assembly and construction of prototype pilot builds to validate design concepts.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Strong technical proficiency in both 2D and 3D AutoCAD software.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret design sketches and specifications to produce accurate technical illustrations.
• A solid understanding of standard engineering practices and industry-specific regulations.
• Capability to conduct on-site physical measurements to develop precise layouts.
• Practical experience working with various manufacturing tools and industrial equipment.

Preferred Expertise

• Background in the automotive or trucking manufacturing sector.
• Bilingual communication skills in both English and Spanish.