Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Hydraulic Technologies; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Rockford, Illinois, is seeking a qualified engineer to support manufacturing operations and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role involves hands-on assembly and machining, process development, and collaboration with engineering teams. A BS in Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in a similar role is required. Candidates should possess knowledge in ISO quality systems, Lean methodologies, and strong analytical skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience required.
• Experience in hands-on assembly and machining processes.
• Knowledge of ISO quality standards is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support production activities and resolve floor issues.
• Develop and maintain assembly and machining processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and audit requirements.

Skills

Hands-on assembly

Machining experience

Tooling and fixturing experience

Root-cause analysis skills

Statistical analysis skills

Education

BS in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or related field

Tools

ISO quality systems

Lean

Six Sigma

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing

• Production support activities when issues arise on the manufacturing floor.
• Develop, document and maintain assembly and machining processes.
• Support new product introduction activities collaborating with design engineering.
• Recommend and implement new equipment and technology.
• Capital equipment procurement and project management.

Quality

• Ensure compliance with workmanship standards and quality system requirements.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, inspection methods, and test documentation.
• Lead corrective and preventive action teams.
• Conduct internal audits; verify corrective actions.
• Support new product introduction (control plans and inspection documentation).
• Interface with customers to address quality issues and resolution.
• Develop standardized work and process improvements.
• Promote waste reduction and best practices across the plant.
• Evaluate and optimize assembly and machining process.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Hands‑on assembly, machining, tooling, and fixturing, experience.
• Knowledge of ISO quality systems, Lean, and Six Sigma.
• Experience working with customers and suppliers.
• Strong root‑cause analysis and statistical analysis skills.