Manufacturing Engineer Fabrication

Kelly Services; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Premier employer

Hands-on projects

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Fabrication to join a premier manufacturing client in Dubuque, IA. This role focuses on planning, coordinating, and performing manufacturing engineering work across machining, sheet metal, and tooling design, with a 1st shift 6-2:30 PM and OT as needed.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering (or related), plus strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and the ability to improve

Qualifications

• Must have experience in manufacturing engineering for machining, sheet metal fabrication, tooling, or related processes.
• Ability to develop, implement, test, and improve engineering designs and manufacturing solutions.
• Ability to prepare and apply technical engineering specifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and perform manufacturing engineering work supporting machining, sheet metal, and tool design processes.
• Analyze manufacturing information to define methods, process steps, machinery, tooling, and equipment for production.
• Design and improve manufacturing processes to achieve cost and quality objectives.
• Develop engineering solutions and coordinate feasibility testing for solution development and validation.
• Support development, application, and evaluation of engineering standards and specifications.
• Inspect engineering work, equipment, or installations and recommend corrective actions to meet regulatory requirements.
• Identify process shortcomings and implement improvements through change management processes.
• Coordinate activities with suppliers, subcontractors, and other external resources per project plans.
• Provide technical support and guidance to help others use engineering systems effectively.

Skills

Machining

Sheet metal fabrication

Tooling

Engineering design

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, engineering technology, or related

Job description

Feeling stuck? Put your career in motion with a great, new opportunity. Join the Kelly® team as a Manufacturing Engineer Fabrication to work at a premier manufacturing client in Dubuque, IA. We're here every step of the way to help you and your career be the best it can be. Bring your energy and expertise. We'll help you get where you want to be.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $50 per hour

Shift: 1st shift 6-2:30 PM, OT hours needed if requested

Why you should apply to be Manufacturing Engineer Fabrication:

• Competitive pay rate at $50 per hour
• Opportunity to work with a premier manufacturing organization
• Engage in hands-on engineering projects supporting machining, sheet metal, and tool design
• Work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment with opportunities for professional growth

What's a typical day as Manufacturing Engineer Fabrication? You'll be:

• Planning, coordinating, and performing manufacturing engineering work supporting machining, sheet metal, and tool design processes
• Analyzing manufacturing information to define methods, process steps, machinery, tooling, and equipment needed for production
• Designing and continuously improving manufacturing processes and systems to achieve cost and quality objectives
• Developing engineering solutions and coordinating feasibility testing to support solution development and validation
• Supporting the development, application, and evaluation of engineering standards and specifications
• Inspecting engineering work, equipment, or installations, and recommending corrective actions to meet regulatory requirements
• Identifying process shortcomings and implementing improvements through established change management processes
• Coordinating activities with suppliers, subcontractors, and other external resources per project management plans
• Providing technical support and guidance to help others effectively use engineering and knowledge management systems

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have manufacturing engineering experience involving machining, sheet metal fabrication, tooling, equipment, or related manufacturing processes (Must Have)
• Possess the ability to develop, implement, test, and improve engineering designs and manufacturing solutions (Must Have)
• Are skilled in preparing and applying technical engineering specifications (Must Have)
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including interpreting complex or conflicting information (Must Have)
• Can plan, prioritize, and manage work within established project schedules (Must Have)
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills (Must Have)
• Have knowledge of safe work systems, applicable policies, regulations, and risk-management practices (Must Have)
• Are able to work collaboratively with teams, suppliers, contractors, and other engineering functions (Must Have)
• Hold a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline, or have equivalent experience (Preferred)
• Have experience designing or improving machining, sheet metal, tooling, or related manufacturing processes (Preferred)
• Have demonstrated ability to diagnose operational problems and implement practical engineering solutions (Preferred)
• Have experience coordinating engineering work with suppliers or external partners (Preferred)
• Are able to create clear technical specifications, documentation, and reports (Preferred)
• Possess a continuous-improvement mindset and can identify inefficiencies in existing processes (Preferred)
• Can provide technical guidance and build alignment among stakeholders (Preferred)
• Note: Metatarsal safety boots are required on your first day. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

What happens next

Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry—even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what's next in your career is what we're all about, so let's get to work.

Why Kelly ®?

As a worker today, it's up to you to take charge of your career and look for opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve your potential. Helping you find what's next is what we're all about. We know what's going on in the evolving world of work-just ask the 440,000 people we employ each year. Connecting with us means getting the support, guidance, and opportunities needed to take your career where you may have never imagined.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.