Manufacturing Engineer

NR Consulting; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

NR Consulting in Santa Fe Springs, CA, seeks a New Product Manufacturing Development Engineer to bridge design and production. You will design, scale, and validate robust manufacturing processes to move elastomeric parts from prototype to high-volume production.

Responsibilities include leading transition of elastomeric materials, designing tooling with mould makers, applying DOE to reduce defects, establishing PFMEA and SOPs, and supporting Lean/Six Sigma cost-reduction efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD modelling software (such as SolidWorks, Verisurf) for tool and fixture design.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes (injection moulding, CNC, assembly, 3D printing).
• Working knowledge of statistical software (Minitab) and SPC techniques.
• Over 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Rubber and Plastic industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition of elastomer parts from prototype to full commercialization.
• Design, procure, and validate injection and compression moulds with tooling partners.
• Apply DOE and moulding principles to resolve defects, flash, and dimensional variation.
• Create PFMEA, control plans, SOPs, and IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols.
• Troubleshoot shop-floor issues and drive Lean/Six Sigma cost-reduction initiatives.

Skills

5+ years experience

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Verisurf

Minitab

Job description

• We are seeking a highly skilled New Product Manufacturing Development Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be the critical link between design innovation and operational execution.
• Your goal is to design, scale, and validate robust manufacturing processes that transition prototype concepts into profitable, high-volume production lines.
• Duties and responsibilities include the following:
• New Product Development (NPD): Lead the transition of elastomeric parts (such as EPDM, NBR, FKM, or Liquid Silicone Rubber) from prototype design to full commercialization.
• Tooling & Process Design: Partner with toolmakers to design, procure, and validate injection and compression moulds, ensuring optimal gating, venting, and cycle times.
• Process Optimization: Apply scientific moulding principles and Design of Experiments (DOE) to resolve cure defects, flash, shrinkage, and dimensional variations.
• Validation & Documentation: Create Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), control plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols.
• Production Support: Troubleshoot shop-floor manufacturing issues, improve operational efficiency, and lead Lean/Six Sigma cost-reduction initiatives.

Details:

• ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality Management System.
• AS9100:2016 Certified Quality Management System.
• DOD Registered.
• NIST 800-171 compliant.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD modelling software (such as SolidWorks, Verisurf) for tool and fixture design.
• Deep understanding of various manufacturing fabrication processes (e.g., injection moulding, CNC machining, assembly, or 3D printing).
• Working knowledge of statistical software (like Minitab) and statistical process control (SPC) techniques.
• Over 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Rubber and Plastic industry experience preferred.