Manufacturing Engineer — NPI & Process Optimization

Chandler Industries LLC; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Chandler Industries LLC in Blaine, MN is seeking an engineer to drive new product introduction from feasibility through prototype and into production, applying lean manufacturing methods to meet customer specs.

Responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional teams, establishing process methods, and supporting continuous improvement with SPC, FMEA, and CAPA to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–5 years of applicable experience.
• Advanced skill in SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly operations.
• Knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Experience with quality tools and standards (ISO/AS/SAE familiarity helpful).
• Proficiency in English and strong documentation skills.
• ITAR awareness and U.S. person status per ITAR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical resource for ongoing manufacturing operations and continuous improvement.
• Support new product estimators with labor, tooling, and cost estimates.
• Participate in NPI reviews, identify risks, and coordinate from quote to production.
• Enter and control manufacturing methods, revision levels, and BOMs in the ERP system.
• Coordinate CNC programming, tooling, fixtures, and inspection plans with internal teams.
• Assist in workforce planning, layout design, and capacity analysis.
• Coordinate pre-production/testing with production teams and resolve non-conformances.
• Provide customer interface to ensure requirements are understood and met.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

Blueprint reading

English communication

Project management

Lean / Six Sigma

CNC machining knowledge

Metrology equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Epicor ERP

MS Office

Job description

Chandler Industries LLC in Blaine, MN is seeking an engineer to drive new product introduction from feasibility through prototype and into production, applying lean manufacturing methods to meet customer specs.

Responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional teams, establishing process methods, and supporting continuous improvement with SPC, FMEA, and CAPA to ensure quality and on-time delivery.