Manufacturing Engineer: Automate & Optimize Production

GEOTEK; Stewartville (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Job summary

GEOTEK is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer in Stewartville, MN. You will work on the production floor to troubleshoot issues, improve processes, and implement automation and capital improvements in a continuous manufacturing environment.

The role requires 4+ years in a continuous process manufacturing setting, experience with PLC/VFDs, SolidWorks/3D CAD, and the ability to split time between office and plant floor.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a continuous process manufacturing environment.
• Experience around automation systems (PLC/VFD exposure preferred).
• Strong process troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues using structured root cause methods.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce scrap.
• Support and enhance factory automation (PLCs, controls, mechanical, hydraulic systems).
• Identify and help implement cost-reducing automation opportunities.
• Develop and maintain standard work and process documentation.
• Conduct engineering trials and analyze production data.
• Support capital projects from concept through implementation.
• Train production teams on new processes.

Skills

Process troubleshooting

Automation systems (PLC/VFD)

SolidWorks / 3D CAD

Education

4 Year Degree

Tools

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Job description

GEOTEK is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer in Stewartville, MN. You will work on the production floor to troubleshoot issues, improve processes, and implement automation and capital improvements in a continuous manufacturing environment.

The role requires 4+ years in a continuous process manufacturing setting, experience with PLC/VFDs, SolidWorks/3D CAD, and the ability to split time between office and plant floor.