Manufacturing Engineer (NO C2C OR THIRD PARTY)

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing firm is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Waterloo, IA. The role involves supporting manufacturing operations with significant time on the shop floor. Responsibilities include quality improvement, tooling design, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in manufacturing engineering. Competitive salary and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Manufacturing Engineering or related fields.
• Experience with Design for Manufacturing principles.
• Understanding of manufacturing/distribution processes.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing and distribution processes.
• Utilize computer-aided design tools.
• Execute and support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD/engineering software

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

SAP

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer (NO C2C OR THIRD PARTY)

Join our Manufacturing Engineering team supporting production operations and continuous improvement initiatives, with approximately 50% of time spent on the shop floor.

Location: Waterloo, IA (50613)

Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing and distribution processes, quality improvement, tooling and tool design.
• Utilize computer-aided design and engineering tools (AutoCAD, Creo, etc.).
• Apply Design for Manufacturing principles; work on incentive pay systems and ergonomics.
• Participate in capital budgeting, equipment justification, and facility improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams; communicate effectively and solve problems.
• Execute and support continuous improvement projects.
• Adapt to line/process design changes, material flow/presentation, visual management, and cycle balancing.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• 2+ years in Manufacturing Engineering, Product Design, Material Flow, Operations, Supply Management, or Quality.
• 1+ years in line/process design, visual management, or material presentation.
• Experience with Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP).
• Familiarity with SAP, Creo-view, AutoCAD, and MAAP.
• Demonstrated project management and continuous improvement success.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in CAD/engineering software.
• Understanding of manufacturing/distribution processes and quality systems.
• Knowledge of tooling, tool design, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with Design for Manufacturing and Ergonomics principles.
• Awareness of capital budgeting processes.
• Background in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics, Power Systems, etc.).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.

Important information: To be immediately considered, please send an updated version of your resume to [e-mail].

Note: Kelly does not expense relocation/interview costs.

Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without a need for current or future sponsorship.