Manufacturing Engineer: Automation & Process Optimization

The Lee Company; Westbrook (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health insurance

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Daycare subsidy

Job summary

The Lee Company is seeking Manufacturing Engineers to bridge product development and full-scale production. You will plan, coordinate, and execute new product introductions into manufacturing, ensuring processes are cost-effective, efficient, reliable, and aligned with quality standards.

You will work closely with New Product Development, Quality, and Production teams to tackle complex manufacturing challenges and optimize machining and assembly operations. Candidates should bring a B.S.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline.
• CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred).
• 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.

Skills

CAD experience (SolidWorks)

Machining knowledge

Manufacturing processes

Education

B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

The Lee Company is seeking Manufacturing Engineers to bridge product development and full-scale production. You will plan, coordinate, and execute new product introductions into manufacturing, ensuring processes are cost-effective, efficient, reliable, and aligned with quality standards.

You will work closely with New Product Development, Quality, and Production teams to tackle complex manufacturing challenges and optimize machining and assembly operations. Candidates should bring a B.S.