Manufacturing Engineer: Aerospace Precision, Hands-On

EPS Connects LLC; Westbrook (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EPS Connects LLC in Westbrook, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for precision aerospace product manufacturing. The role focuses on early-career engineers building a strong foundation in manufacturing engineering on a fast-growing floor.

You'll work alongside seasoned engineers on precise mechanical manufacturing, tooling, documentation, and process improvement, with opportunities to learn and take ownership of projects as you grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a mechanical/manufacturing engineering field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and genuine interest in manufacturing.
• Some practical exposure to a manufacturing or hands-on environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand basic mechanical components and tolerances.
• Familiarity with CAD; SolidWorks preferred.
• Comfortable using calipers and micrometers for measurement.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and willing to take ownership of assignments.
• Desire to understand how things actually work, not just how they're supposed to work on paper.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing of precision components on the floor and assist with process development.
• Create and maintain production documentation and process instructions.
• Conduct time studies and manufacturing analysis for process improvement.
• Develop tooling and fixtures to enable production.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and implement corrective actions.
• Contribute to NPI and process introductions and automation efforts.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

CAD familiarity

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a similar engineering discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

EPS Connects LLC in Westbrook, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for precision aerospace product manufacturing. The role focuses on early-career engineers building a strong foundation in manufacturing engineering on a fast-growing floor.

You'll work alongside seasoned engineers on precise mechanical manufacturing, tooling, documentation, and process improvement, with opportunities to learn and take ownership of projects as you grow.