Manufacturing Engineer — Fabrication & Process Improvement

Keel; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive pay

401(k) match

HSA/FSA

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Training sponsorship opportunities

Shift differentials

Overtime potential

On-the-job training

Career growth

Job summary

Keel is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support design-to-manufacturing processes, fabricate and assemble steel structures, and help drive process improvements. The role partners with engineering, production, quality, and projects to ensure manufacturing requirements align with design intent.

You will use CAD tools to modify drawings, develop work packages, and assist with material takeoffs while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across shop operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technology (Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial) or related field from an accredited college, university or technical school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing work packages that define the sequence of operations, part routings, and product structures within ERP software.
• Support manufacturing engineering activities by applying basic knowledge of fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.
• Use CAD software to create or modify engineering drawings and assist with fixture or tooling designs.
• Assist with material takeoffs to identify raw materials, processes, and hardware required for projects.
• Support programming of cutting machines using nesting software under guidance.
• Review design documentation and assist in ensuring specifications and requirements are incorporated into manufacturing work packages.
• Work with production teams to support fabrication and assembly processes.
• Assist in troubleshooting manufacturing issues and implementing process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as engineering, quality, and production to support project requirements.
• Develop familiarity with product construction, manufacturing processes, and shop operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement and departmental development initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

ERP familiarity

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Keel is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support design-to-manufacturing processes, fabricate and assemble steel structures, and help drive process improvements. The role partners with engineering, production, quality, and projects to ensure manufacturing requirements align with design intent.

You will use CAD tools to modify drawings, develop work packages, and assist with material takeoffs while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across shop operations.