Senior Manufacturing Engineer

EPS Connects LLC; Westbrook (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected precision manufacturer in Westbrook, Connecticut is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to enhance production and continuous improvement for miniature solenoid valve products. This role emphasizes manufacturing process development and the ability to lead technical projects within cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have over 7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering with a focus on precision components. Strong problem-solving skills are a must.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience supporting precision components or electromechanical assemblies.
• Strong hands-on problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Support new product introductions and process transfers.
• Analyze and troubleshoot production challenges.
• Continuously improve yield, quality, and throughput.

Skills

Manufacturing process development

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or similar

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Precision Solenoid Valve Products

Westbrook, CT | Onsite

I’m currently working with a highly respected precision manufacturer that is looking to add a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to their team in Westbrook, Connecticut.

This role supports the production and continuous improvement of miniature solenoid valve products used in highly demanding applications.

The engineer in this position will play a key role in developing and improving manufacturing processes, supporting new product introductions, and driving process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and reliability.

While this position does not include direct supervisory responsibility, it does require strong technical leadership and the ability to influence cross-functional teams across engineering, quality, and operations.

Key areas of focus include:

• Manufacturing process development and optimization
• Supporting new product introductions and process transfers
• Root cause analysis and troubleshooting of production challenges
• Continuous improvement of yield, quality, and throughput
• Collaboration with engineering and operations teams to implement process improvements

Ideal background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or similar
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience supporting precision components, electromechanical assemblies, or fluid control products
• Strong hands‑on problem‑solving and process improvement skills

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on manufacturing engineering and technical leadership in a precision production environment.