Manufacturing Engineer: Medical Device Process Innovator

The Fountain Group; Maple Plain (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Fountain Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a prominent client, onsite in Maple Plain, MN. The role focuses on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for soft-tissue repair device systems, with emphasis on DFM and transfer to high-volume production.

This contract position spans six months with potential extension or conversion. You will partner with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve technical issues, perform root-cause analysis, support validations, and uphold

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or process engineering with lean/DMAIC.
• Strong CAD and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and optimization of manufacturing processes for devices.
• Drive design for manufacturability and transfer robust processes to high-volume production.
• Develop and validate equipment, fixtures, and tooling for assembly and inspection.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve issues and improve output.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production challenges.
• Support validations, change controls, and ISO 13485/FDA QSR documentation.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Lean & DMAIC

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

The Fountain Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a prominent client, onsite in Maple Plain, MN. The role focuses on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for soft-tissue repair device systems, with emphasis on DFM and transfer to high-volume production.

This contract position spans six months with potential extension or conversion. You will partner with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve technical issues, perform root-cause analysis, support validations, and uphold