Manufacturing Engineer II

Socket.dev; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantedge Medical in Stockton, California seeks a Manufacturing Engineer II to lead process development and improvement within our medical device and data center contract manufacturing environment.

This role applies engineering principles to drive manufacturing process improvements that affect quality, delivery, cost, safety, and morale. You will collaborate cross-functionally to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years in similar technical roles, including medical device manufacturing.
• Lean manufacturing and NPD or launch support experience desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safety and quality requirements per regulatory standards.
• Defines and executes lean processes and equipment improvements.
• Performs root cause analysis to drive process improvements.
• Creates and reviews documentation, standard work, and work instructions.
• Develops tooling, fixtures, and equipment to optimize productivity.
• Owns CAPAs and collaborates cross-functionally with teams and suppliers.
• Launches new products in a contract manufacturing environment.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Manufacturing Engineer II

Job Type

Full-time

Stockton, CA

Onsite | Full-Time | Permanent

Salaried| $85K - $128K

About Us:

Vander-Bend is a U.S.-based manufacturer dedicated to building the precision infrastructure that powers tomorrow’s AI. Our expertise in server racking and power delivery solutions provides the backbone for next-generation data centers, enabling hyperscalers and integrators to innovate and scale globally. With a focus on trusted, domestic manufacturing, we deliver quality, speed, and innovation at scale—redefining AI infrastructure for the future.

We are a newly created division of Vantedge Medical, the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. With a steadfast commitment to advancing technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.

Vantedge Medical™ is seeking a process-oriented, results-driven Manufacturing Engineer II to lead process development and improvement within our medical device and data center contract manufacturing environment at our Stockton, California site. This role applies engineering principles to drive manufacturing process improvements that positively affect quality, delivery, cost, safety, and morale. We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, sharp attention to detail, and high internal standards who wants to grow professionally.

This role supports base business improvement and new product launches, develops tooling and fixtures, implements lean methodology, investigates issues through root cause analysis, manages CAPAs, and creates documentation such as standard work and validation protocols. The engineer collaborates cross-functionally to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost, and communicates effectively with internal teams and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Adheres to all safety and quality requirements, including Quality Systems, FDA regulations, ISO standards, company policies and procedures, and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Creates and implements lean processes in a cellular environment using methods such as metals machining, sheet metal fabrication, and sub-processes including assembly, powder coat, metal finishing, welding, laser cutting, and electrical harness assembly
• Performs root cause analysis to identify and implement process improvements that eliminate waste
• Defines, produces, and implements documentation, including standard work and process work instructions
• Identifies, develops, justifies, and executes detailed project plans with minimal supervision
• Launches new products effectively in a contract manufacturing environment
• Investigates, develops, and implements new process technologies
• Communicates complex issues clearly with customers and internal team members
• Creates, reviews, and approves engineering drawings, equipment layouts, change orders, and specifications
• Develops tooling, fixtures, and equipment to optimize manufacturing productivity and cost
• Owns and manages CAPAs within their area of responsibility
• Collaborates with development, programmers, machinists, and suppliers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and cost reduction
• Creates and executes validation protocols, processes, and material evaluations

What You'll Bring

• Ability to plan and execute projects with minimal supervision, on time and within budget, to deliver tangible results
• A track record of driving improvement through root cause analysis and data-driven decision-making
• Strength participating in cross-functional project teams to implement creative solutions
• A commitment to meeting or exceeding internal and external customer expectations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in similar technical roles, including medical device manufacturing, required
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to provide sound rationale and justification for process improvement change requests
• Lean manufacturing and new product development or launch support experience highly desirable
• Understanding of sheet metal fabrication, processing, and polishing strongly preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience in medical devices preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of ISO and FDA regulations, and GD&T