Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Real; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialist Staffing Group partnered with a medical device manufacturer to recruit a Senior Manufacturing Engineer who will lead process development, automation initiatives, and manufacturing excellence in a high-precision environment.

You will drive improvements from concept to implementation, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations to ensure compliant, lean production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong background in process development, automation, and project management.
• Experience in regulated/precision manufacturing (medical devices, aerospace, defense) or similar sectors.
• Hands-on with machining, metal fabrication, tooling, fixtures, or plastics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and perform technical problem-solving.
• Experience with quality systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or AS9100 is highly desirable.
• SolidWorks or other 3D CAD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive automation and operational efficiency projects from concept through implementation.
• Analyze and optimize workflows, equipment layouts, and production methods.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges.
• Support new product introductions and process validation activities.
• Conduct technical reviews and present recommendations to leadership.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff.
• Champion lean manufacturing and quality-driven improvements.

Skills

Process development

Automation

Project management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Quality systems

Technical problem-solving

Reading drawings

Machining / metal fabrication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Ready to lead manufacturing innovation in a high-precision engineering environment?

We're partnering with a medical device manufacturer seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvement, automation initiatives, and manufacturing excellence. This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to influence production strategy, lead cross-functional projects, and mentor engineering talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process development and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Drive automation and operational efficiency projects from concept through implementation.


• Analyze and optimize workflows, equipment layouts, and production methods.


• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges.


• Support new product introductions and process validation activities.


• Conduct technical reviews and present recommendations to leadership.


• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff.


• Champion lean manufacturing and quality-driven improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.


• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.


• Strong background in process development, automation, and project management.


• Experience within highly regulated or precision manufacturing industries such as medical devices, aerospace, defense, or similar sectors.


• Hands-on experience with machining, metal fabrication, tooling, fixtures, or plastics manufacturing.


• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.


• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and perform technical problem-solving.


• Experience with quality systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or AS9100 is highly desirable.


• SolidWorks or other 3D CAD experience preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High-impact engineering role with visibility to leadership


• Opportunity to lead automation and modernization initiatives


• Diverse technical challenges across advanced manufacturing processes


• Collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement


• Strong career growth potential within a stable and growing organization

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.