Manufacturing Engineer 2

Smith & Nephew; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching Program

401k Plus Program

Discounted Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Model

Job summary

Smith+Naphew is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II in Memphis to drive manufacturing methods, validation activities, and process improvements in a highly regulated environment. You will work with cross-functional teams to introduce new products and optimize yield while maintaining compliance.

This role requires a 2–4 year track record in manufacturing engineering within regulated industries, with preferred medical device experience and familiarity with GD&T, CNC, metal finishing, or additive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Master's degree preferred.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a regulated industry; medical device exp. preferred.
• Experience supporting validation activities including URS, FDS, IQ, OQ, PQ, and VRA.
• Knowledge of GD&T, mechanical drawing interpretation, and manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, metal finishing, or additive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with materials used in orthopedic implants and proficiency with CAD tools such as Siemens NX.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and sustain manufacturing methods, process documentation, and operating procedures for assigned product lines.
• Support equipment installation and validation activities including URS, FDS, IQ, OQ, PQ, and validation report approvals.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements to increase yield, reduce variation, and prevent nonconformances.
• Partner with Quality, Operations, NPD, and Maintenance teams to improve manufacturability and compliance.
• Lead and support continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including work instructions, validation reports, process maps, pFMEAs, MSA plans, and control plans.
• Support transfer and introduction of new products and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Naphew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Join Smith+Naphew and play a key role in advancing the manufacturing of orthopedic medical devices that help improve patients' lives around the world. As a Manufacturing Engineer II, you will contribute to process improvement, validation activities, new product introductions, and operational excellence within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity to deepen your technical expertise while collaborating with cross functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and drive meaningful impact.

What will you be doing?

• Develop, implement, and sustain manufacturing methods, process documentation, and operating procedures for assigned product lines.
• Support equipment installation and validation activities including URS, FDS, IQ, OQ, PQ, and validation report approvals.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements to increase yield, reduce variation, and prevent nonconformances.
• Partner with Quality, Operations, New Product Development, and Maintenance teams to improve manufacturability and compliance.
• Lead and support continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including work instructions, validation reports, process maps, pFMEAs, MSA plans, and control plans.
• Support the transfer and introduction of new products and manufacturing processes.

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required. Master's degree preferred.
• 2 to 4 years of manufacturing engineering experience within a regulated industry, with medical device experience preferred.
• Experience supporting validation activities including URS, FDS, IQ, OQ, PQ, and VRA.
• Knowledge of GD&T, mechanical drawing interpretation, and manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, metal finishing, or additive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with materials used in orthopedic implants and proficiency with CAD tools such as Siemens NX is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and cross functional collaboration skills.

You. Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging. Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website.

Your Future:

• 401k Matching Program
• 401k Plus Program
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

Work/Life Balance:

• Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Flex Holidays
• Paid Community Service Day

Your Wellbeing:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave
• Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program

Flexibility:

• Hybrid Work Model (for most professional roles)

Training:

• Hands On
• Team Customized
• Mentorship

Extra Perks:

• Discounts on fitness clubs
• travel
• more!

Smith+Naphew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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