Manufacturing Engineer III

KARL STORZ North America; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

KARL STORZ North America is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for their operations in Stafford, Texas. In this role, you will support manufacturing processes and lead new product introductions while driving operational efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and over 7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with proficiency in Lean practices. Join a collaborative team dedicated to quality and innovation in medical technology.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Familiarity with FDA, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical assembly manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Support new product introductions through process design and tooling validation.
• Evaluate product designs for manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot production and field issues, perform root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean and JIT methodologies.
• Train manufacturing personnel on processes and procedures.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

5S

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SolidWorks

Job description

About The Role

The Manufacturing Engineer, OR1 supports manufacturing operations, new product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives for the OR1 product portfolio. This role partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Global Supply Chain teams to improve operational efficiency, product quality, and cost effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Support new product introductions through process design, tooling validation, SOP creation, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Evaluate product designs for manufacturability and support Make-or-Buy decisions.
• Troubleshoot production and field issues, perform root cause analysis, and support supplier quality initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean, JIT, and 5S methodologies.
• Improve production flow, tooling, equipment layouts, and operational processes.
• Support obsolescence management and cost reduction efforts.
• Train manufacturing personnel on processes and procedures.
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to ensure successful product transfers and operational execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical assembly manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SolidWorks.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with FDA, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 quality standards.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing and systems integration.
• 10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with strong cross-functional communication skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Innovative and collaborative MedTech environment.
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.