Manufacturing Engineer

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing custom manufacturing company in South Milwaukee seeks a skilled Manufacturing Engineer. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a job shop environment and knowledge in optimizing processes, driving continuous improvement, and implementing new equipment. This role offers the chance to directly impact operations and production strategies while leading key projects across teams.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of engineering experience in manufacturing settings.
• Experience in tool and fixture design.
• Able to evaluate and implement capital equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across production.
• Evaluate and improve fabrication and assembly methods.
• Manage and implement capital equipment projects.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Process Optimization

Communication

Problem-Solving

Lean Tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

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Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

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Engineering Recruiter | Wisconsin Recruiter | Manufacturing Recruiter | Operations Lead

$95,000–$105,000 base salary (DOE) + Benefits

We are partnering with a growing, custom manufacturing company looking to add a Manufacturing Engineer to its team. This is a high-impact, floor-focused role supporting operations, engineering, and production teams. Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience in a job shop or custom fabrication environment, with a proven ability to implement new equipment, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement from the ground up.

The Right Fit Has...

• 5–8 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting
• Job shop or low-volume/high-mix background strongly preferred
• Ability to independently evaluate and implement capital equipment — from selection to install and start-up
• Tooling and fixture design experience using AutoCAD/SolidWorks
• Strong communicator who can lead projects cross-functionally and build trust on the shop floor
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but equivalent hands-on experience is valued

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across production, quality, and safety
• Evaluate and improve fabrication, assembly, and tooling methods
• Manage and implement capital equipment projects, including layout and commissioning
• Provide floor-level production support, real-time problem-solving, and technical guidance
• Develop work instructions, tooling drawings, and preventative maintenance programs
• Contribute to risk assessments, equipment upgrades, and safety enhancements
• Apply Lean tools (6S, SMED, TPM, visual management, etc.) to streamline operations
• Support lab equipment oversight and assist with ISO/AS quality systems
• Occasional travel (10–15%) for vendor visits, training, or implementation
• CNC programming exposure
• PLC troubleshooting or familiarity
• ISO/AS9100/TS16949 systems knowledge
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes

This role is ideal for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who wants variety in their day, visibility within the company, and direct ownership of impactful projects. If you’ve helped stand up equipment, improve shop flow, and solve problems in real-time, this is your kind of role.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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