Manufacturing Engineer: Process & Automation Innovator

JMJ Phillip Group; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JMJ Phillip Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for an established manufacturer in Waterbury, CT. The role focuses on process development, equipment implementation, material flow, and continuous improvement in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities include developing and improving processes, layout optimization, new equipment launches, PFMEAs, APQP support, and coordinating with vendors. Requires a BS in a related field and 5+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years manufacturing engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with robotics, machining, washing/cleaning and part handling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Analyze material handling, storage, part flow, and production layouts; develop layout solutions using CAD.
• Support the design, installation, launch, and troubleshooting of new equipment and processes.
• Identify required tooling, equipment, labor, and other resources for new manufacturing processes.
• Manage equipment and process implementation projects, including vendor coordination, timelines, and budgets.
• Create and maintain routings, BOMs, PFMEAs/FMEAs, process plans, work instructions, and customer specifications.
• Support APQP, new product launches, and process validation activities.
• Work with outside processors and suppliers on process startup, troubleshooting, and improvements.
• Develop and coordinate preventative maintenance programs.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, material-flow improvements, and cost reduction.

Skills

Robotics

Machining

Material flow

Process improvement

CAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

JMJ Phillip Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for an established manufacturer in Waterbury, CT. The role focuses on process development, equipment implementation, material flow, and continuous improvement in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities include developing and improving processes, layout optimization, new equipment launches, PFMEAs, APQP support, and coordinating with vendors. Requires a BS in a related field and 5+ years of experience.