Manufacturing Engineer - On-Site, Entry-Level Impact

Professional Alternatives; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Alternatives is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer for an on-site, direct-hire role in Houston, TX. This entry-to-mid level opportunity suits a Mechanical Engineer with up to 3 years of experience eager to improve production equipment and processes.

You will troubleshoot equipment, help introduce new tools, and work with multiple teams to boost efficiency, quality, and safety on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 0–3 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or related environment.
• Exposure to assembly operations or production processes is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on engineering interest.
• Analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and cross-department collaboration.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working on-site in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automated and manual manufacturing equipment to improve performance and uptime.
• Identify downtime and inefficiencies to improve product quality.
• Support introduction of new equipment and processes into production.
• Design, source, install, and optimize production tools, fixtures, and equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Develop and improve manufacturing procedures and work instructions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for safety and productivity.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Production tooling

Equipment installation

Job description

Professional Alternatives is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer for an on-site, direct-hire role in Houston, TX. This entry-to-mid level opportunity suits a Mechanical Engineer with up to 3 years of experience eager to improve production equipment and processes.

You will troubleshoot equipment, help introduce new tools, and work with multiple teams to boost efficiency, quality, and safety on the production floor.