Off-Site Fabrication Manufacturing Engineer (Lean & DfMA)

Proteus Homes; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Proteus Homes is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize off-site fabrication processes and design/implement proprietary manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with structural designers, BIM modelers, and factory teams to bridge engineering prints with shop floor execution.

The ideal candidate applies Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methods to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain high structural quality across panelized construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Civil/Structural Engineering.
• 2-5 years hands-on experience in construction, off-site fabrication, or modular construction.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD and BIM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit).
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S applied to construction assembly.
• Strong data analysis skills using Minitab, SPC, or Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process optimization of design for structural panels and prefabricated MEP assemblies using Lean principles.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure DfMA is integrated into architectural plans.
• Design, specify, and integrate automated cutting systems and future assembly machinery.
• Troubleshoot factory floor bottlenecks and material handling issues.
• Write SOPs, work instructions, and BOMs for fabrication teams.
• Implement RCA and CAPA to minimize rework and defects.
• Design fixtures, jigs, and staging layouts for high-tolerance alignment.

Skills

Process optimization

DfMA integration

Equipment & automation

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Quality assurance

Tooling & fixtures

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Proteus Homes is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize off-site fabrication processes and design/implement proprietary manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with structural designers, BIM modelers, and factory teams to bridge engineering prints with shop floor execution.

The ideal candidate applies Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methods to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain high structural quality across panelized construction.