Manufacturing Engineer

BlueWorx Staffing; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueWorx Staffing partners with a family-owned equipment manufacturer in Tulsa to hire a Manufacturing Engineer who will own projects from concept through implementation, improving how products are built and delivered on time and on budget.

This role combines hands-on shop floor support with long-term process improvement, leading initiatives that scale production capability and drive quality across assembly operations.

Qualifications

• BS in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering.
• Applied Lean experience (5S, Kaizen, waste reduction, RCA) in a production environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ownership mindset.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; flexible hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Own projects from concept through implementation to improve throughput and quality.
• Analyze and optimize assembly and production processes to meet cost and schedule targets.
• Lead process audits and propose engineering changes for product integrity.
• Design and implement assembly processes for new and existing products.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

5S

Waste reduction

Root cause analysis

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Are you a problem-solver at heart? Do you thrive on improving systems, boosting efficiency, and driving quality?

BlueWorx is partnering with a well-established, family-owned equipment manufacturer in the Tulsa area to find a Manufacturing Engineer ready to roll up their sleeves and make a tangible impact on how their products get built.

What You'll Do

You’ll sit at the center of operations, where innovation meets execution. You’ll analyze and optimize assembly and production processes to deliver top-tier quality — on time and on budget.

This role suits an engineer who enjoys balancing hands‑on manufacturing support with long‑term process improvement work. You’ll own projects from concept through implementation and play a key role in scaling production capability.

Your mission includes:

• Maximizing throughput & quality — analyze operations and recommend improvements to make processes leaner, faster, and better
• Leading process improvement — own projects that reduce cost and lift productivity across assembly operations
• Driving documentation excellence — create and maintain Process Control Plans, Work Center Layouts, and SOPs
• Supporting new product launches — partner with engineering and operations to move products smoothly from prototype to the assembly floor

Your Core Focus Areas

• Identify issues and manage countermeasures to drive world‑class quality
• Recommend training or process improvements as needed
• Lead process audits and propose engineering changes that improve product integrity
• Design and implement assembly processes for new and existing products
• Conduct time studies and help reduce cycle times
• Assist with component changes, material flow, and scheduling coordination
• Spearhead projects that make the operation more efficient and cost‑effective
• Drive plant layout changes, evaluate new equipment, and lead tooling upgrades
• Champion continuous improvement across the shop floor
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance across all processes
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with assembly, engineering, and warehouse teams

What Success Looks Like

• You become the go‑to expert for your assigned segment
• You drive measurable gains in throughput, first‑pass yield, labor efficiency, and assembly cycle time
• You own new product line implementation start to finish
• You catch process inefficiencies before they become problems

What You Bring

• Education: BS in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
• Tools: Strong Word, Excel, Outlook, and CAD required; high proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and ERP systems preferred
• Background: Applied Lean experience — 5S, Kaizen, waste reduction, root cause analysis — in a production environment
• Mindset: Detail‑oriented, hands‑on, proactive, ready to lead. Able to spot issues, take ownership, and drive solutions independently
• Other: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and to work flexible hours as needed

What You Can Expect

• Real time on the production floor troubleshooting and working directly with assembly teams
• A dynamic team focused on innovation and collaboration
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• A strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
• The chance to leave your mark on high‑impact projects