Manufacturing Engineer (test job not for Network consumption)

Software Placement Group; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group in South Charleston, WV, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process optimization across multiple plants. You will develop manufacturing methods, apply Lean, and partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to improve cost, quality, and throughput.

The role requires hands-on engineering in a metals environment, CAD/CAM, GD&T, and ERP/MRP experience; you will analyze data, build roadmaps, and coach teams on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• Minimum 3 years hands-on manufacturing or metals experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and GD&T standards.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and BOM management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine manufacturing methods for repeatability and scalability.
• Analyze workflows with time studies, simulations, and SPC.
• Own routings, work instructions, BOMs, and engineering blueprints.
• Lead Kaizen events to reduce cycle time and waste.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP/MRP systems

CAD/CAM packages

GD&T

Job description

Location: South Charleston, WV | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

An established manufacturing company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support Advanced Manufacturing & Process Optimization efforts across its production operations. This hands-on role is central to developing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes that serve both customers and employee-owners, partnering closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams across multiple plants and shifts in a culture grounded in Lean principles and data-driven decision-making.

What you'll do

• Develop, implement, and refine robust manufacturing methods supporting repeatability, standardization, and scalable production performance
• Analyze workflows and equipment capabilities using time studies, method engineering, production simulations, and statistical process control (SPC)
• Own creation, updates, and lifecycle management of routings, work instructions, tooling specifications, and engineering blueprints
• Serve as subject-matter expert on process capability and control limits (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk) to drive quality improvements
• Lead structured problem-solving using fishbone diagrams, 5 Why analysis, FMEA, value stream mapping (VSM), job safety analysis (JSA), and 6S/5S methodologies
• Identify bottlenecks, waste, and inefficiencies; champion Kaizen events for cycle time reduction, scrap elimination, throughput optimization, and operator ergonomics
• Use discrete-event simulation or digital manufacturing models to evaluate and validate proposed process changes
• Coach and train production teams to build a culture of continuous improvement
• Maintain and optimize routing structures, bills of materials (BOMs), labor standards, and capacity models within the ERP/MRP system
• Analyze shop floor data to develop improvement roadmaps and KPIs such as OEE, cycle time, yield, and labor efficiency
• Develop financial justifications and ROI analyses for equipment, automation, tooling, or layout changes
• Use CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks or equivalent) to design and evaluate fixtures, tooling, and process aids
• Apply advanced GD&T to ensure manufacturability and dimensional conformance
• Partner with Maintenance and Equipment Engineering to improve equipment uptime and preventive/predictive maintenance
• Contribute to plant layout optimization, material flow design, line balancing, and workstation ergonomics
• Provide plant-floor technical guidance, operator training, and troubleshooting support
• Support all three plants and multiple shifts with engineering support for production, program launches, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Quality, and vendors to resolve technical issues, qualify materials, and improve supplier performance

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on manufacturing or metals industry experience, including machining, fabrication, forming, welding, assembly, or related processes
• Demonstrated experience in industrial engineering methods, project management, and manufacturing process development
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD/CAM packages; strong understanding and application of GD&T standards
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical information to production teams, engineering colleagues, vendors, and customers
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and strong quantitative skills, including applied statistics and data interpretation
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, charts), PowerPoint, Word, and Project

Preferred qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or metals-based environment
• Proven track record improving OEE, reducing scrap, or driving measurable operational improvement
• Deep knowledge of Lean tools: VSM, Kanban, Kaizen, Visual Factory, 6S, SMED, Poka-Yoke, and waste reduction techniques
• Experience developing time standards, performing line balancing, and designing plant/facility layouts
• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949, including control plans, PPAP, or process audits
• Hands-on experience with ERP or MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor, Oracle Netsuite, Infor, Microsoft Dynamics), including routing and BOM management
• Understanding of materials flow, inventory control concepts, and production scheduling logic

Why this role

This role offers the opportunity to play a critical, hands-on part in shaping manufacturing processes across multiple plants, using advanced engineering, Lean, and data-driven methods to drive measurable improvements in cost, quality, and throughput.