Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd Shift

Integra; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flexible benefits

Paid time off

Education assistance

Retirement and savings

Job summary

Integra in Houston, TX, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer - Second Shift (4 pm–12:30 am) to design, implement, and continually improve manufacturing processes. You will drive efficiency, quality, and cost reduction while coordinating with production, quality, and maintenance teams.

The role emphasizes NPI translation, equipment selection, and data-driven improvements to meet evolving manufacturing needs in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of shop floor work experience.
• Emphasis on large scale assemblies, BOMs, & high production environment.
• Capable of working under minimal supervision and prioritizes tasks to take the appropriate action.
• Thorough knowledge of production and processes.
• Excellent coordination skills to enable cooperation with technical staff, production staff and Management.
• Efficient problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and reporting skills to Management to evaluate risk and reward with developments including recommendations to procure capital equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve manufacturing processes, including workflow optimization and equipment selection.
• Translate design requirements into efficient production processes and lead change management between design and manufacturing teams.
• Monitor and analyze production operations to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
• Establish and maintain quality standards; ensure procedures and controls are in place and compliant.
• Collaborate with design engineers, production staff, quality teams, and operations leadership to align goals.
• Provide leadership, training, and coaching to manufacturing team members; oversee SOPs.

Skills

Shop floor experience

Cross-functional coordination

Problem solving

Communication skills

Capital equipment procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Job description

The Opportunity

The Manufacturing Engineer - Second Shift is responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes within the production environment. This position applies mechanical engineering principles to support operational efficiency, cost reduction, and adherence to product specifications. This position will work during our second shift hours of 4 pm - 12:30 am.

Location: Houston, TX

Department: DEPTEC

The Opportunity

The Manufacturing Engineer - Second Shift is responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes within the production environment. This position applies mechanical engineering principles to support operational efficiency, cost reduction, and adherence to product specifications. This position will work during our second shift hours of 4 pm - 12:30 am.

Key responsibilities include developing and refining processes to improve productivity, quality, and safety; analyzing production data to identify inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions; and designing or modifying equipment, tools, and fixtures to meet evolving manufacturing needs. The role also requires regular collaboration with cross-functional teams—such as production, quality, and maintenance—to resolve technical challenges and drive sustained process improvements.

What you will do?

Process Design, Optimization & Innovation

Responsible for designing and improving manufacturing processes, including workflow optimization, equipment selection, material flow analysis, and implementation of best practices and new technologies.

Acts as the subject matter expert for New Product Introduction (NPI), translating design requirements into efficient production processes and leading change management between design and manufacturing teams.

Production Performance & Cost Management

Monitors and analyzes production operations to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.

Uses data-driven methods to improve productivity, reduce costs, and support capital equipment planning.

Leads manufacturing improvement projects with a focus on achieving established production goals and performance metrics.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Establishes and maintains quality standards across all manufacturing activities, ensuring inspection procedures, corrective actions, and process controls are in place.

Ensures compliance with internal policies and external regulatory and EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) requirements.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration

Works closely with design engineers, production staff, quality teams, and operations leadership to align goals and ensure smooth production operations.

Partners with Operational Excellence (OpEx) teams to lead cross-functional initiatives related to safety, delivery, efficiency, and scrap reduction.

Serves as a liaison during change implementation and continuous improvement efforts.

Team Development & Operational Oversight

Provides leadership, training, and coaching to manufacturing team members.

Establishes onboarding programs, sets clear expectations, promotes accountability, and fosters an engaged, high-performance culture on the plant floor.

Oversees standard operating procedures and ensures alignment with both customer and company requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of shop floor work experience.
• Emphasis on large scale assemblies, BOMs, & high production environment
• Capable of working under minimal supervision and prioritizes tasks to take the appropriate action
• Thorough knowledge of production and processes
• Excellent coordination skills to enable cooperation with technical staff, production staff and Management
• Efficient problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and reporting skills to Management to evaluate risk and reward with developments including recommendations to procure capital equipment

How We Support You

We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.

• Performance-driven rewards – Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare – Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family’s total well-being.
• Security and peace of mind – Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
• Flexible benefits options – A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
• Time to recharge – Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Investing in your growth – Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
• Planning for the future – Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.

Come build with us

At Integra, we’re driven by a vision to transform the data center industry. We specialize in delivering optimized turnkey solutions that bring together speed, quality, and reliability - helping our clients build and operate the mission-critical infrastructure that powers today’s digital world. Integra is a vertically integrated company - owning and managing every phase of the process from site selection and design to manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and warranty. This approach allows us to move faster, solve challenges more efficiently, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.

What truly sets Integra apart is our people. We are a team of problem-solvers, engineers, builders, and operators who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering results. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement - because in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, excellence and adaptability matter.

Joining Integra means being part of a company that is shaping the future of data center infrastructure. If you’re passionate about innovation, impact, and building systems the world depends on, you’ll find the opportunity to grow and make a difference here.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Integra provides equal employment opportunities for all people. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]