Manufacturing Engineer

Proteus Homes; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Proteus Homes is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize off-site fabrication processes and design/implement proprietary manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with structural designers, BIM modelers, and factory teams to bridge engineering prints with shop floor execution.

The ideal candidate applies Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methods to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain high structural quality across panelized construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Civil/Structural Engineering.
• 2-5 years hands-on experience in construction, off-site fabrication, or modular construction.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD and BIM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit).
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S applied to construction assembly.
• Strong data analysis skills using Minitab, SPC, or Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process optimization of design for structural panels and prefabricated MEP assemblies using Lean principles.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure DfMA is integrated into architectural plans.
• Design, specify, and integrate automated cutting systems and future assembly machinery.
• Troubleshoot factory floor bottlenecks and material handling issues.
• Write SOPs, work instructions, and BOMs for fabrication teams.
• Implement RCA and CAPA to minimize rework and defects.
• Design fixtures, jigs, and staging layouts for high-tolerance alignment.

Skills

Process optimization

DfMA integration

Equipment & automation

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Quality assurance

Tooling & fixtures

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer (Off-site Fabrication)

Proteus Homes is out to revolutionize the home building process and transform it into the enjoyable experience it should be. Drawing on 30+ years in the custom home and factory building industries, we have created a new way to build. Combining the craftsmanship of custom home building with the efficiency of panelized construction, we deliver homes in a fraction of the time it takes traditional on-site framing. We Build Better, Faster.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer with a passion for transforming traditional construction through cutting edge proprietary methods. In this role, you will apply manufacturing rigor to our off-site fabrication processes, designing and optimizing patent pending systems to maximize efficiency, reduce material waste, and maintain top-tier structural quality. You will collaborate closely with structural designers, BIM modelers, and factory floor assembly teams to bridge the gap between our build teams and technical design details.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Optimization : Evaluate and streamline our design process for structural panels and prefabricated MEP assemblies using Lean principles.
• DfMA Integration : Collaborate with design teams to ensure architectural plans are optimized for Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA).
• Equipment & Automation : Design, specify, and integrate automated cutting systems, and future automated assembly machinery.
• Troubleshooting : Resolve factory floor technical bottlenecks, material handling issues, and fabrication discrepancies.
• Documentation : Write clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and bills of materials (BOMs) for the fabrication team.
• Quality Assurance : Implement structural Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Actions (CAPA) to minimize rework and defects.
• Tooling & Fixtures : Design custom fabrication fixtures, jigs, and staging layouts to ensure high-tolerance component alignment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education : Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Experience : 2-5 years of hands-on experience in a construction, off-site fabrication, or modular construction environment.
• Technical Skills : Experience with 3D CAD and BIM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit).
• Methodologies : Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S frameworks applied to construction assembly.
• Problem Solving : Strong data analysis skills using statistical tools (Minitab, SPC, or Excel) to track cycle times and material yields.
• Communication : Ability to translate complex engineering prints and BIM data into simple instructions for shop floor operators.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with on-site construction (Framing or foundations)
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems tailored for fabrication, or structural shop drawing workflows.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance bonuses.
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
• Opportunities to shape the future of sustainable, industrialized construction.