Manufacturing Technology Engineer

Qnity; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity is seeking a Manufacturing Technology Engineer to design and scale manufacturing processes, develop technical solutions, and support safe, reliable production in a lab-scale environment. You will lead process improvements and collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to meet quality and regulatory standards.

The role requires a mechanical/chemical/materials engineering background, 2–5 years of manufacturing experience, and strong problem-solving and data-analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials or related field.
• 2–5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing operations or industrial systems.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes, equipment, or operational issues.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of manufacturing processes in a lab-scale environment.
• Evaluate alternative solutions considering immediate and long-term business impact.
• Ensure safety, environmental, quality and regulatory compliance.
• Develop data packages and justify capital improvement projects with vendors.
• Identify and implement best-in-class processes and technologies with technical experts.
• Lead process improvements to enhance yield, uptime, capacity, and safety.
• Drive root cause analysis of complex manufacturing and equipment issues.
• Plan commissioning, start-up and shutdown activities for projects.
• Lead qualification efforts for new and upgraded equipment.
• Provide technical support to operations as needed.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.

At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Job Description Summary

Manufacturing Technology Engineer

Performs engineering work in operations, production, construction or maintenance environments. Designs and scales manufacturing processes, instruments and equipment and tests manufactured products to maintain quality. Plans, designs and estimates time and cost and oversees construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, systems and components. Analyzes and develops solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or the causes of component failures. Develops and applies engineering standards and procedures and provides advice on issues within the engineering field.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of manufacturing processes in a low-infrastructure, lab-scale environment, independently designing workflows, defining standards, and implementing practical solutions to enable safe, reliable, and scalable production.
• Evaluate alternative solutions to manufacturing problems, considering both immediate and long-term business impacts.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop basic data packages and technical justification for capital improvement projects in collaboration with vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement best-in-class processes and technologies through collaboration with technical experts.
• Lead process improvements to enhance yield, quality, uptime, capacity, and safety.
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex manufacturing and equipment issues.
• Develop and execute plans for commissioning, decommissioning, start-up, and shutdown activities.
• Lead qualification efforts for new and upgraded equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and assets.
• Provide technical support to operations as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or related discipline)
• 2-5 years of engineering experience supporting manufacturing operations, production processes, or industrial systems.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes, equipment, and operational issues.
• Working knowledge of process improvement methodologies and engineering problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop practical technical solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in advanced materials, chemicals, electronics, semiconductor, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC), or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment upgrades, and process validation activities

On-site

Midland,MI

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

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