Manufacturing Project Engineer – Metal Stamping Operations

Alinabal, LLC; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

PTO and holidays

Life and disability coverage

Job summary

Alinabal, LLC is seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to drive design reviews on the CAD side through to floor production for stamped components. You will coordinate design, manufacturing, and quality to ensure launches meet time, budget, and specification targets.

You will lead projects, mentor teams, uphold safety and quality standards, and maintain proactive communication with senior leadership to keep programs on track and aligned with customer needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 8–10 years in engineering or manufacturing environment required.
• Proven stamping manufacturing experience required.
• Demonstrated project leadership with measurable results.
• Fluency in engineering principles, processes and quality systems.
• Proficient in reading drawings, specs and technical docs.
• Proficient with CAD, PM tools, and MS Office.
• Clear communication and strong analytical/problem‑solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive the design, development, and implementation of engineering projects for stamped products and processes.
• Coordinate cross‑functional work to meet technical, schedule, and cost targets.
• Support production teams on the floor with hands‑on problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Apply and uphold safety procedures, quality standards, and engineering best practices.
• Plan workflows, track milestones, and manage customer requirements to hit deliverables.
• Own testing, validation, and continuous process improvement activities.
• Onboard and train team members on methods, documentation, and project tasks.
• Identify risks, communicate delays or changes, and recommend course corrections.
• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and CI initiatives to eliminate waste and improve yield.
• Maintain strong, proactive communication with VP of Engineering and partner departments.

Skills

Reading drawings

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

CAD

Project management tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

Picture a typical day where you move seamlessly from CAD reviews to the manufacturing floor, translating design intent into reliable production outcomes. You’ll be the conductor who synchronizes design, manufacturing, and quality, ensuring precision‑stamped components launch on time, on budget, and to spec. You’ll validate designs, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and keep the Vice President of Engineering informed so decisions happen quickly and projects stay on track.

About The Role

Picture a typical day where you move seamlessly from CAD reviews to the manufacturing floor, translating design intent into reliable production outcomes. You’ll be the conductor who synchronizes design, manufacturing, and quality, ensuring precision‑stamped components launch on time, on budget, and to spec. You’ll validate designs, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and keep the Vice President of Engineering informed so decisions happen quickly and projects stay on track.

What You’ll Do

• Drive the design, development, and implementation of engineering projects for stamped products and processes.
• Coordinate cross-functional work (design, manufacturing, quality, supply chain) to meet technical, schedule, and cost targets.
• Support production teams on the floor with hands‑on problem‑solving, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Apply and uphold safety procedures, quality standards, and engineering best practices.
• Plan workflows, track milestones, and manage customer requirements to hit deliverables.
• Own testing, validation, and continuous process improvement activities.
• Onboard and train team members on methods, documentation, and project tasks.
• Identify risks, communicate delays or changes, and recommend course corrections.
• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and CI initiatives to eliminate waste and improve yield.
• Maintain strong, proactive communication with the Vice President of Engineering and partner departments.
• Model professionalism, technical rigor, and practical problem‑solving.
• Perform additional related duties as needed to support engineering and production goals.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required).
• 8–10 years in an engineering or manufacturing environment (required).
• Proven experience in a stamping manufacturing setting (required).
• Demonstrated project leadership with measurable results.
• Fluency in engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and quality systems.
• Skilled at reading drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with CAD, project management tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Clear communication and strong analytical, problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform hands‑on work when needed.

Work Conditions

• Environment: Manufacturing floor; exposure to industrial equipment, noise, and variable temperatures.
• Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, bending; occasional lifting of materials/equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday; flexibility for extended hours or weekends to meet production needs.
• Travel: Minimal; primarily for training or coordination across facilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• PTO and company holidays
• Life and disability coverage

Legal Notices

Alinabal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

ADA Compliance: Alinabal is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Employees who require accommodations or have work restrictions will be supported through an interactive process to ensure safe and effective performance of essential job functions.

*The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. *