Manufacturing Engineer II in Bend

Energy Jobline ZR; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Bend, Oregon is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering professional to design, optimize, and validate production processes, driving quality, efficiency, and cost improvements across product lines.

The role collaborates with production, quality, and design teams to implement lean and Six Sigma initiatives, develop work instructions, and support new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity and quality.
• Lead moderate-scale process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Support new product introduction activities including process validation and documentation.
• Develop work instructions, tooling requirements, and operator training materials.
• Analyze production data and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with suppliers, quality engineering, and product design teams.
• Support equipment implementation and manufacturing process qualification.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous improvement

Engineering principles

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Statistical analysis

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Process validation

Process design

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve product quality, operational efficiency, and cost performance. Works independently on moderate complexity projects and collaborates with production, quality, and design teams to support new product introduction and process improvements.

Key Deliverables of the Position

1) Design and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity and quality.

2) Lead moderate-scale process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.

3) Support new product introduction activities including process validation and documentation.

4) Develop work instructions, tooling requirements, and operator training materials.

5) Analyze production data and recommend corrective actions.

6) Collaborate with suppliers, quality engineering, and product design teams.

7) Support equipment implementation and manufacturing process qualification.

Requirements:

Education and Experience

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• 2–4 years of manufacturing engineering experience
• Works under general supervision

Technical Competencies

1) Process design and manufacturing optimization

2) Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

3) Manufacturing equipment and tooling integration

4) Process validation and product introduction

5) Statistical analysis and process capability measurement

6) Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

7) Engineering documentation and standard work development

8) CAD and manufacturing software tools

9) Proficient Computer Skills: Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point

10) Excellent Communication Skills – both verbal and written

Behavioral Competencies – Demonstrates behaviors consistent with our values

1) Thinks and acts like an owner

• Uses company resources wisely & cost-effectively
• Shows pride in the organization and a commitment to its long-term success
• Takes full responsibility for their actions
• Holds self to high standards of performance and integrity

2) Demonstrates high integrity

• Consistently acts with honestly, transparency and high ethics
• Makes decisions based on what is morally right
• Owns their actions and holds self-accountable

3) Puts team above self; in it together

• Prioritizes team and company over personal gain
• Collaborates with team members within the department and across all functions
• Contributes to a positive, inclusive work environment

4) Innovates and improves

• Actively supports or initiates continuous improvement efforts
• Shares ideas and suggests solutions that enhance team or business performance
• Stays open to feedback and embraces changes
• Demonstrates a bias towards action

5) Honors commitments

• Consistently follows through on project timelines, meeting and deliverables
• Takes ownership for responsibilities and delivers resultsMakes and holds commitment
• Communicates proactively when challenges arise and adjusts plans to stay on track

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