Manufacturing Engineer: Process & DFMA Innovator

Coghlin Companies Inc; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Tech in Westborough, MA is seeking an experienced manufacturing engineer to evaluate and improve processes, focusing on design for manufacturability, lean principles, and DFMA. The role involves developing manufacturing methods, testing, and cost analysis to support product quality and efficiency.

You will work with manufacturing teams, suppliers, and program managers to implement improvements, maintain records, and ensure processes meet ISO standards. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.
• 0-6 years’ experience in ISO-regulated capital equipment manufacturing.
• CAD experience with SolidWorks preferred; familiarity with MS Office, MS Project, and MRP/ERP systems.
• Basic knowledge of GT&D, inspection methods and tools.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate manufacturing processes and apply design knowledge to improve fabrication, assembly, and tooling.
• Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements and testing methods.
• Improve efficiency by data collection and planning staffing, workflow, space, and equipment layout.
• Assure product and process quality through testing and setting standards.
• Provide cost and production insights by analyzing schedules and resources.
• Create and maintain BOMs, assembly/test procedures, and work instructions.
• Support floor personnel and program managers with technical guidance.

Skills

DFMA

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

CAD experience

ERP/MRP systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

MS Project

MRP/ERP systems

Epicor E9/10

Job description

Columbia Tech in Westborough, MA is seeking an experienced manufacturing engineer to evaluate and improve processes, focusing on design for manufacturability, lean principles, and DFMA. The role involves developing manufacturing methods, testing, and cost analysis to support product quality and efficiency.

You will work with manufacturing teams, suppliers, and program managers to implement improvements, maintain records, and ensure processes meet ISO standards. Occasional travel may be required.