Plant Engineering - Senior Manufacturing Engineer (USA)

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd.; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DiversiTech is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead and streamline manufacturing processes in our plant environments. You will supervise staff, optimize workflows, and collaborate with design and planning teams to improve tooling and production methods.

The role requires strong CAD and 2D design skills, proficiency with MS Office, and experience in high‑volume manufacturing. You will analyze capacity, schedule production timetables, and apply statistical methods to forecast needs and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 7 - 9 years of experience as an engineer in manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, 2D, CAD, and solid modeling.
• Proficiency in internet research skills.
• Experience working in a fast paced and high-volume work environment.
• Proactive “self-starter” with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction with employees on all levels, including executive leadership, as well as customers.

Responsibilities

• Supervises quality and engineering staff members ensuring compliance with all company regulations.
• Develops, evaluates, and enhances manufacturing techniques.
• Analyzes and strategizes workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and devises equipment and workspace layout for optimal efficiency.
• Executes manufacturing processes such as concrete molding, plastic injection molding, plastic extrusion, plastic thermoforming, plastic recycling, and chemical blending.
• Collaborates with planning and design teams on product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Consults with vendors to determine product specifications and coordinate equipment, material, or part purchases, and evaluates products based on standards and specifications.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and associated costs for managerial decision-making.
• Engages with management, engineering, and other staff to discuss manufacturing capabilities, production timetables, and other factors to streamline production processes.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Builds rapport with frontline team members and actively seeks opportunities to improve operation and processes.
• Utilizes statistical methods to forecast future manufacturing needs and potential.
• Offers technical guidance, oversees the training of staff members, and addresses escalated issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD

2D design

Solid modeling

Microsoft Office

Internet research

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing

7-9 years of experience as an engineer in manufacturing

Tools

MS Office Suite

CAD software

2D CAD

Job description

Job Description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job Details

• Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer
• Job Code: SRMFGENG
• Department: Plant Engineering
• Location: Multiple Locations
• Reports To: Plant Manager
• FLSA Classification: Exempt
• EEOC Classification: First/Mid-Level Officials and Manager
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes No

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Senior Manufacturing Engineer is planning and creating manufacturing processes within an industrial setting. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer may enhance production methods, assess manufacturing capacity, and establish production timetables. The employee will assist in the design, production, modification, and assessment of manufacturing procedures like machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding, and brazing, assembly, and material handling.

Essential Duties

• Supervises quality and engineering staff members ensuring compliance with all company regulations.
• Develops, evaluates, and enhances manufacturing techniques.
• Analyzes and strategizes workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and devises equipment and workspace layout for optimal efficiency.
• Executes manufacturing processes such as concrete molding, plastic injection molding, plastic extrusion, plastic thermoforming, plastic recycling, and chemical blending.
• Collaborates with planning and design teams on product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Consults with vendors to determine product specifications and coordinate equipment, material, or part purchases, and evaluates products based on standards and specifications.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and associated costs for managerial decision-making.
• Engages with management, engineering, and other staff to discuss manufacturing capabilities, production timetables, and other factors to streamline production processes.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Builds rapport with frontline team members and actively seeks opportunities to improve operation and processes.
• Utilizes statistical methods to forecast future manufacturing needs and potential.
• Offers technical guidance, oversees the training of staff members, and addresses escalated issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Educational Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• 7 - 9 years of experience as an engineer in manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, 2D, CAD, and solid modeling
• Proficiency in internet research skills
• Experience working in a fast paced and high-volume work environment.
• Proactive “self-starter” with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction with employees on all levels, including executive leadership, as well as customers

Preferred

• PLC experience

Inter-Relationships

Consistent interaction with engineering team members, maintenance, and production workers.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing work setting. Frequently exposed to seasonal temperatures of excessive cold or heat. Work environment is often loud, dusty and/or dirty due to the materials required for production.

Physical Demands

• Hear: Frequent
• See (Color & Black/White): Frequent
• Repetitive Motions: Frequent
• Talk: Frequent
• Stand: Frequent
• Sit: Frequent
• Walk: Frequent
• Grasp: Occasional
• Lift: Occasional
• Drive: Occasional
• Type: Occasional
• Bend: Occasional
• Stoop: Occasional
• Reach: Occasional

Physical Work

• Heavy– 25 – 50lbs: 25 - 50%

Travel Required

No

Additional Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel.

Job duties outlined in this job description are considered “Essential Functions” and have been formulated in accordance with the guidelines established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The provisions of the American with Disabilities Act (1990) stipulate that employees must be capable of performing the “Essential Functions” of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the “Essential Functions”.

DiversiTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.