Manufacturing Engineer - Automation & NPD Launch

The Lee Company; Westbrook (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Daycare subsidy

Job summary

The Lee Company in Westbrook, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to bridge product development and full-scale production, ensuring cost‑effective, reliable processes that meet quality standards. You will coordinate the introduction of new products into manufacturing and optimize machining and assembly operations.

Collaborate with NPD, Quality, and Production teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges, improve manufacturability, and drive continuous improvement across processes and

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline ideally with some mechanical/machine design experience.
• CAD experience (SolidWorks preferable)
• Knowledge of machines, linkages, pressure vessels, hardware, press fits and clearances

Responsibilities

• Develop proposals for automation, mechanization, methods, special tooling, machine attachments, etc.
• Conduct special studies involved in terms of methods, time, and manufacturing estimates on new and complex work.
• Investigate new machines and equipment as to versatility and diversification of production features required, process and other conditions involved, and prepare reports and recommendations for management information relative to purchase or lease deal.
• Work closely with other departments, i.e. plant, tool, and product engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, etc. Review engineering drawings and consult with design engineers to enhance manufacturability of products.
• Assist with instructing, training, and checking of work assignments performed by others connected with the function of the department.
• Maintain such records and files pertinent to special and regular assignments. Prepare test reports, project summaries, etc. Write process specifications.

Skills

Machinery knowledge

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

The Lee Company in Westbrook, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to bridge product development and full-scale production, ensuring cost‑effective, reliable processes that meet quality standards. You will coordinate the introduction of new products into manufacturing and optimize machining and assembly operations.

Collaborate with NPD, Quality, and Production teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges, improve manufacturability, and drive continuous improvement across processes and