Manufacturing Process & Quality Engineer

Hi-Rel Products LLC; Centerbrook (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hi-Rel Products LLC in Connecticut is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering & Quality Specialist who combines manufacturing engineering, quality inspection, CAD, and technical manufacturing experience. You will ensure customer requirements are understood, manufacturing information is accurate, parts are inspectable and manufacturable, and cross-functional teams have what they need to complete each job.

The ideal candidate works on the shop floor and at a computer, communicating with customers,

Qualifications

• Experience in a precision manufacturing or machining environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, prints, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Familiarity with dimensional inspection and precision measuring equipment.
• Familiarity with First Article Inspection requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Ability to balance office-based technical work with hands-on support on the manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

• Review customer prints and engineering drawings to determine manufacturing capability and assist with vendor sourcing.
• Create and maintain internal manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
• Review customer contracts, purchase orders, and related documentation for applicable requirements and compliance.
• Operate and program CMM to assist quality department with inspection activities.
• Review and support First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation and requirements.
• Create and maintain bills of material, part numbers, and related manufacturing information within the company’s MRP system.
• Perform EDM programming in support of manufacturing operations.
• Provide technical and manufacturing assistance to personnel on the shop floor.
• Communicate with vendors and customers regarding manufacturing capabilities, technical requirements, drawings, and sourcing needs.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Production, and Sales to support successful completion of customer requirements.

Skills

Reading drawings

Cross-department communication

Attention to detail

Hands-on on shop floor

Tools

SolidWorks

CMM

MRP system

EDM programming

First Article Inspection

Job description

Hi-Rel Products LLC in Connecticut is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering & Quality Specialist who combines manufacturing engineering, quality inspection, CAD, and technical manufacturing experience. You will ensure customer requirements are understood, manufacturing information is accurate, parts are inspectable and manufacturable, and cross-functional teams have what they need to complete each job.

The ideal candidate works on the shop floor and at a computer, communicating with customers,