Manufacturing Engineer - Precision for Science Instruments

Optimize Technologies, Inc.; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimize Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures precision components for analytical instruments.

The Manufacturing Engineer will develop and improve production processes, support daily operations, and help transition new products from design into manufacturing. This on-site role at our Oregon City facility collaborates with engineering, production, and quality to reduce waste and uphold strict quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering or equivalent.
• Experience developing or improving manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, and tolerances.
• CAD proficiency and mechanical fixture/tooling design experience.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities using production data.
• Clear written and verbal communication and collaboration with shop floor teams.
• Ability to manage multiple improvement projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes for precision components.
• Troubleshoot issues involving tooling, equipment, materials, and methods.
• Design fixtures, tooling, and production aids to support efficient manufacturing.
• Review designs and tolerances for manufacturability and suggest improvements.
• Support new product introductions through prototypes and process development.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process specs, and docs.
• Partner with quality to investigate defects and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze cycle times, scrap, and performance to identify improvements.
• Evaluate equipment changes for cost, capacity, and workflow.
• Train production staff on new methods and standardized work practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Clear communication

Collaboration

Project prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Optimize Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures precision components for analytical instruments.

The Manufacturing Engineer will develop and improve production processes, support daily operations, and help transition new products from design into manufacturing. This on-site role at our Oregon City facility collaborates with engineering, production, and quality to reduce waste and uphold strict quality standards.