Manufacturing Engineer, Modular Fabrication & NPI

GTI Fabrication; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Sick time

Life insurance and disability coverage

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to advanced manufacturing

Collaborative, fast-paced environment

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

GTI Fabrication is seeking a highly experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design, control, and continuous improvement of production processes for modular enclosures, containerized systems, and structural weldments. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness throughout the product lifecycle.

The role requires deep experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Lean Manufacturing, and ISO 9001, and involves

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in modular fabrication, defense, energy, or industrial equipment sectors.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD for 3D modeling, 2D drafting, and tolerance analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite a plus).
• Demonstrated success in process development, design for manufacturability, and production scaling.
• Hands-on experience with containerization, modular product platforms, and structural weldments.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 quality systems and compliance standards.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for modular fabricated systems, containerized enclosures, and steel structures.
• Develop formal manufacturing documentation including process flow diagrams, work instructions, BOMs, routings, CNC programming, and assembly/inspection plans.
• Use CAD tools (SolidWorks and AutoCAD) to design fixtures, tooling, and work-holding solutions to support scalable production.
• Translate engineering design requirements into robust and efficient production processes.
• Lead new product introduction (NPI) efforts from prototype through full-rate production.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce waste, improve flow, and optimize floor layouts.
• Integrate automated and digital manufacturing technologies where applicable.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate manufacturability and ensure alignment between engineering intent and production capability.
• Utilize ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) to manage process documentation and support real-time operations visibility.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 standards; support internal and external audits.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action using tools like FMEA, SPC, and 8D.
• Mentor technicians and junior engineers in best practices for manufacturing engineering.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP/MRP

ISO 9001

Root cause analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

NetSuite

CNC machining

CFD/FEA

Job description

GTI Fabrication is seeking a highly experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design, control, and continuous improvement of production processes for modular enclosures, containerized systems, and structural weldments. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness throughout the product lifecycle.

The role requires deep experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Lean Manufacturing, and ISO 9001, and involves