MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (AUTOMATION)

Rampart Products; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Holidays, PTO, & Sick Leave

Job summary

Rampart Products in Houston, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Automation) to lead automation mechanisms from concept to production. The role requires hands-on engineering, cross-functional collaboration with production teams, and a strong emphasis on mechanical design and automation development.

The ideal candidate will be proficient with CAD tools (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), experienced in DFM/DFA, and able to troubleshoot mechanical issues while supporting prototyping and production scaling.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Experience developing automation systems for manufacturing environments.
• Strong mechanical design skills and CAD proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect custom automation mechanisms and kinematic linkages to streamline production workflows.
• Design and develop mechanical components and systems using CAD software.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are optimized for production (DFM/DFA).
• Support product development from concept through prototyping and final production.
• Analyze and troubleshoot mechanical issues in existing products and processes.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing operations.
• Work with vendors and suppliers on materials, components, and fabrication processes.

Skills

Automation systems development

Manufacturing environments

Mechanical design

DFM/ DFA

Problem solving

Communication

Prototyping

Deadline oriented

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

FULL-TIME

Houston, Texas

ABOUT RAMPART PRODUCTS:

Rampart Products was founded with a clear purpose: provide exceptional customer service, responsive engineering and reasonable delivery times for customers requiring hermetic and rugged electrical interconnect solutions.

Our team brings decades of engineering and manufacturing experience across harsh environment applications, from downhole drilling and subsea equipment to highly engineered connector systems, electronic packaging and advanced manufacturing processes.

Rampart brings engineering, manufacturing, quality and commercial operations together under one roof in Houston, Texas, allowing our teams to collaborate closely from initial concept through production.

As a rapidly growing company, we thrive on technical excellence, accountability, and engineering reality. Rampart proudly supports United States government and defense customers. Because we safeguard vital, mission critical drawings and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), we maintain a modern security posture aligned with government regulated requirements. At Rampart, your work directly protects the infrastructure powering global energy and national security.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Rampart Products is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Automation) with a background in designing the mechanisms needed for automation.

This position plays a key role in developing, improving, and supporting mechanical systems and components from concept through production. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working cross-functionally with production teams.

WHAT THE DAY-TO-DAY LOOKS LIKE:

Responsibilities

• Design and architect custom automation mechanisms and kinematic linkages to streamline production workflows

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems using CAD software

• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are optimized for production (DFM/DFA)

• Support product development from concept through prototyping and final production

• Analyze and troubleshoot mechanical issues in existing products and processes

• Create and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing operations

• Work with vendors and suppliers on materials, components, and fabrication processes

WHAT YOU BRING:

Required Qualifications

• BS Mechanical Engineering

• Proven experience with Automation systems development

• Proven experience in manufacturing environments

• Strong background in mechanical design

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, assembly, etc.)

• Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• Deadline and detail-oriented

• Hands‑on experience with prototyping

Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and relevant hands‑on experience will be considered.

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK HERE:

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment

• Competitive Salary

• Company subsidized Medical & Dental Insurance

• Company Paid Long Term Disability Insurance

• 401K Retirement Plan

• Holidays, PTO, & Sick Leave

Export Control Compliance:
This position requires access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must satisfy the federal definition of a \"U.S. Person\" under 22 C.F.R. § 120.62. Rampart Products is an equal opportunity employer. We value technical competence, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to providing reliable products and services to our customers.

Required qualifications

• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Ideal Answer: Yes

• Have you completed the following level of education: Bachelor's Degree? Ideal Answer: Yes

• Are you a US person as defined by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR)? Ideal Answer: Yes

• Are you currently bound by an active non‑compete agreement or restrictive covenant that would prevent you from working for Rampart Products? Ideal Answer: No

• Are you able to reliably commute to the on-site job location in Houston, Texas? [10615 Shadow Wood Dr., Ste 250, Houston, TX, 77043] Ideal Answer: Yes