Manufacturing Engineer Hardware

Front Door Defense; Portsmouth, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne DGO in Portsmouth, NH seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the optimization of subsea cable and connector manufacturing from design through production. You will collaborate across Production, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Management to improve methods, quality, throughput and process consistency.

The role emphasizes lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, NPI support, and adherence to customer and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in electromechanical or precision manufacturing.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes, work instructions, SOPs, and process documentation.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC) and corrective actions.
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills to support cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for cable assemblies, connector assemblies, and related subsea interconnect solutions.
• Create and maintain detailed work instructions, assembly procedures, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support molding, potting, soldering, bonding, curing, assembly, leak testing, and inspection processes.
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, cycle-time improvements, yield enhancement, and process stabilization using Lean/Six Sigma.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective/preventive actions for production and quality issues.
• Provide daily engineering support to production to ensure efficient, safe, high-quality operations.
• Design, develop, and implement tooling, fixtures, gauges, and test equipment to improve productivity and consistency.
• Support ECOs, process changes, and configuration management; ensure ISO 9001 compliance.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Manufacturing process development

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Industrial engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Lead optimization of subsea cable and connector manufacturing processes from design through production

Location: Portsmouth, New Hampshire

About The Role

Manufacturing Engineer

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

The Manufacturing Engineer supports the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for Teledyne DGO's high-reliability subsea penetrator products and assemblies. This role focuses on improving manufacturing methods, product quality, throughput, and process consistency within a value stream. The engineer will collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Management to support daily operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and new product introductions (NPI) while ensuring compliance with customer and industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for cable assemblies, connector assemblies, and related subsea interconnect solutions.
• Create and maintain detailed work instructions, assembly procedures, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support molding, potting, soldering, bonding, curing, assembly, leak testing, pressure testing, and inspection processes associated with manufacturing.
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, cycle-time improvements, yield enhancement, and process stabilization through Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions for production and quality issues.
• Provide daily engineering support to production personnel to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing operations.
• Design, develop, and implement tooling, fixtures, gauges, and test equipment to improve productivity and product consistency.
• Drive resolution of nonconformances, scrap trends, rework issues, and manufacturing bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to evaluate product designs for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly optimization.
• Participate in prototype builds, process development activities, and transitions from engineering development to production.
• Support qualification builds, first article inspections (FAIs), validation testing, and process capability studies.
• Analyze manufacturing metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput and reduce cost.
• Train operators and technicians on manufacturing processes, equipment, quality requirements, and best practices.
• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), process change validations, and configuration management activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation within Teledyne's ERP and Quality Management Systems.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications – Required

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in an electromechanical, connector, cable assembly, or precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes, work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies such as 5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC, and corrective action systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications – Preferred

• Experience with subsea, marine, defense, aerospace, or other high-reliability products.
• Experience with molding, potting, adhesive bonding, sealing, pressure testing, leak testing, and connector manufacturing processes.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
• Experience working within ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality management systems.
• Familiarity with fixture design, process validation, SPC, and process capability analysis.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical and manufacturing aptitude
• Process improvement and continuous improvement mindset
• Effective cross-functional collaboration
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent documentation practices
• Commitment to product quality, safety, and operational excellence
• Ability to balance strategic improvement initiatives with daily production support

DGO

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.