Manufacturing Engineer - Process & Automation Innovator

H. T. PROF Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and continually improve processes and equipment for sprinkler and valve manufacturing.

You will analyze designs for manufacturability, lead manufacturing projects on time and within budget, and design or improve processes and tooling.

The role requires 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, strong GD&T knowledge, CAD tools, and Lean principles, with cross‑functional collaboration across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• High analytical ability and strong problem-solving skills.
• 3–5 years' manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of GD&T, datum dimensioning and tolerance stacks.
• Experience with CNC machining, robotics and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sprinkler and valve designs for manufacturability.
• Manage engineering projects to scope, time, and budget.
• Lead the design and improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Support capital equipment, tooling and systems for production.
• Evaluate production time, staffing and costs for decisions.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, PFMEA, control plans, and setup sheets.
• Troubleshoot daily production issues using root-cause analysis.
• Coordinate cross‑department engineering activities to meet business goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

GD&T

CAD tools

CNC machining

Robotics

Lean manufacturing

Pneumatic circuits

Job description

H. T. PROF Group in Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and continually improve processes and equipment for sprinkler and valve manufacturing.

You will analyze designs for manufacturability, lead manufacturing projects on time and within budget, and design or improve processes and tooling.

The role requires 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, strong GD&T knowledge, CAD tools, and Lean principles, with cross‑functional collaboration across the plant.