Manufacturing Engineer III / Sr. Manufacturing Engineer | MedTech

Rincon Search Group; Connecticut; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rincon Search Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III or Senior Manufacturing Engineer for a MedTech manufacturer in Western Connecticut. The role emphasizes manufacturing engineering, process development, and technical project leadership with strong CNC and machining experience.

You will lead projects from development through production, develop processes, document parameters, and mentor engineers in a highly regulated environment, ensuring successful transitions to production.

Qualifications

• Engineering or technical degree, or equivalent hands-on engineering experience.
• Strong manufacturing engineering background with CNC/machining experience.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and GD&T; familiarity with process validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex manufacturing and advanced technology projects.
• Own projects from development through production readiness.
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot processes and equipment.
• Apply CNC, machining, tooling, and mechanical expertise to problems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive projects.
• Lead meetings and maintain documentation of process parameters and instructions.
• Support measurement, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Mentor engineers and technicians; manage multiple projects with ownership.

Skills

CNC Machining

Machining Expertise

Tooling Fixtures

GD&T Reading

Project Leadership

Regulated Environment

Communication Skills

Documentation

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Wire EDM

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer III / Senior Manufacturing Engineer

MedTech | Western Connecticut

We are partnering with an innovative MedTech manufacturer to hire a Manufacturing Engineer III or Senior Manufacturing Engineer. There is flexibility on the title based on experience. This is an opportunity for a strong manufacturing engineer to take ownership of complex, high-visibility projects focused on advanced manufacturing technologies and cutting-edge medical applications.

The primary focus of this role is manufacturing engineering, process development, and technical project leadership. The ideal candidate will have strong CNC and machining experience, solid mechanical aptitude, and hands-on experience with tooling and precision manufacturing processes.

This individual will have significant internal and external visibility, working closely with external stakeholders and cross-functional teams to develop technical solutions and drive projects from development through production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex, high-visibility manufacturing and advanced technology projects
• Take ownership of projects from development through production readiness
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment
• Apply CNC, machining, tooling, and mechanical expertise to solve challenging manufacturing problems
• Collaborate with external stakeholders and internal teams to develop technical solutions and drive projects forward
• Lead technical meetings, technical discussions, and cross-functional project teams
• Develop and document process parameters, work instructions, setup documentation, and manufacturing requirements
• Support process development, measurement, validation, and continuous improvement activities
• Help transition innovative technologies and prototype projects into production
• Provide technical mentorship and training to engineers and technicians
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining a high level of ownership, organization, and independence

Qualifications:

• Engineering or technical degree, or equivalent hands-on engineering experience
• Strong manufacturing engineering and hands-on mechanical background
• CNC and machining experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving ability
• Experience with tooling, fixtures, and precision manufacturing processes
• Wire EDM experience strongly preferred, but not required
• Experience working within a regulated industry environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Experience with process validation, capability studies, GR&R, DOE, OQ/PQ, or related manufacturing engineering methodologies
• Proven ability to lead projects and drive them to completion
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers, engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Why This Opportunity:

• High-visibility role working on cutting-edge MedTech products and advanced manufacturing technologies
• Lead technically challenging and high-profile projects
• Significant interaction with both internal leadership and external stakeholders
• Apply CNC, tooling, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering expertise to complex real-world challenges
• Combine hands-on engineering with technical project leadership
• Work within an advanced manufacturing environment where engineering has a direct impact on innovative medical technology and production
• Join a highly technical team working at the forefront of MedTech manufacturing

Western Connecticut location. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Visa Sponsorship:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.