Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus program

401K with profit sharing

Medical, dental, and vision

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions is helping a growing manufacturer in Wisconsin's Waukesha County hire a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvements and scale operations on the floor. You’ll design and improve manufacturing processes, fixtures, tooling, and gages, lead automation efforts, and partner with engineering on manufacturability (DFM) while pursuing lean improvements.

This hands-on role rewards problem solving, on-site collaboration, and impact across production, with a

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of mechanical drawings and processes.
• Experience with fixture/tooling design and process improvement.
• Hands-on background in assembly, machining, fabrication, or welding environments.
• CAD experience (SolidWorks or similar).
• Self-directed, problem solver who thrives in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and assembly methods
• Develop fixtures, tooling, and gages to support production efficiency
• Lead and support automation initiatives (equipment selection, process improvements)
• Partner with engineering to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM)
• Drive lean and continuous improvement projects
• Optimize labor, workflow, and plant layout
• Support quality initiatives and production troubleshooting

Skills

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Hands-on engineering

Team collaboration

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Build, Improve, and Make an Impact in a Growing Manufacturing Environment

A rapidly growing, privately held manufacturer is looking to add a Manufacturing Engineer to their team in Waukesha County. This is a high-impact, hands‑on role where you’ll drive process improvements, support automation initiatives, and play a key role in scaling operations within a fast-growing division.

If you enjoy designing solutions, improving how things are built, and working in an environment where your ideas are actually implemented—this is a strong opportunity to step into.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and assembly methods
• Develop fixtures, tooling, and gages to support production efficiency
• Lead and support automation initiatives (equipment selection, process improvements)
• Partner with engineering to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM)
• Drive lean and continuous improvement projects
• Optimize labor, workflow, and plant layout
• Support quality initiatives and production troubleshooting

What They’re Looking For

• 5–10+ years in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
• Strong understanding of mechanical drawings and processes
• Experience with fixture/tooling design and process improvement
• Hands‑on background in assembly, machining, fabrication, or welding environments
• CAD experience (SolidWorks or similar)
• Self‑directed, problem solver who thrives in a hands‑on environment

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High‑growth division with significant investment and expansion plans
• Opportunity to take ownership of automation and process improvements
• Collaborative, non‑corporate environment with strong leadership support
• Direct impact on production efficiency and overall operations
• Knowledge transfer opportunity from an experienced engineer prior to retirement
• Quarterly bonus program (historically consistent and strong payouts)
• 401K with company contributions + profit sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• PTO, holidays, and additional perks

Who This Role Fits Best

This role is ideal for a hands‑on Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys being on the floor, solving real‑world problems, and driving improvements in a growing production environment—not sitting behind a desk all day.