Manufacturing Engineer III: Lead Projects & Cost Savings

Crane Company; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Burbank, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to drive manufacturing system improvements, cost reduction, and product manufacturability.

You will lead interdisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, analyze processes, and collaborate with design, production, and suppliers to implement robust manufacturing solutions. This role demands hands-on problem solving in a high-tech environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in manufacturing engineering in a high-technology environment.
• Knowledge of modern production principles and methods; material characteristics, chemicals, electrical/mechanical systems, fluids, and heat transfer.
• Strong communication skills across all organizational levels.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach junior engineers and lead interdisciplinary project teams.
• Study, analyze, and design methods, processes, layouts, and tooling to support production.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
• Lead cost reduction and product improvement programs; perform cost analyses for quotations and make/buy decisions.
• Review designs and design changes for feasibility and savings justification.
• Develop manufacturing operating instructions and track process metrics.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Problem solving

Cross-functional teams

Root cause analysis

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CBS tool set

Job description

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Burbank, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to drive manufacturing system improvements, cost reduction, and product manufacturability.

You will lead interdisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, analyze processes, and collaborate with design, production, and suppliers to implement robust manufacturing solutions. This role demands hands-on problem solving in a high-tech environment.