Manufacturing Engineer – Process Planning
Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Salary Range: Up to $110,000 annually
Location: Beverly, MA 01915
Work Authorization: Due to government contract requirements, applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer – Process Planning plays a critical role in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for high-precision products. This position is responsible for ensuring efficient production methods, improving product quality, reducing manufacturing costs, and supporting overall operational excellence.
Working cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teams, the Manufacturing Engineer will develop manufacturing plans, improve process flow, support continuous improvement initiatives, and help ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products.
Key Responsibilities
- Review product designs for manufacturability, tolerance requirements, quality standards, and cost drivers.
- Define and develop manufacturing processes for components and assemblies.
- Determine fixture, tooling, and gage requirements for new products and coordinate the design or procurement of required items.
- Create and maintain manufacturing process routings and bills of material (BOMs) within the ERP system.
- Review Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and update manufacturing documentation as required.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Quality, Production Supervisors, and Machine Operators to maximize productivity and product quality.
- Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to quality issues and production challenges.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and throughput.
Qualifications
Required Skills & Experience
- Experience with CNC machining, including workholding methods and machining principles.
- Strong understanding of machine shop practices, manufacturing processes, and precision measurement techniques.
- CAD and solid modeling experience with familiarity in engineering drawings, GD&T, and dimensioning standards.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing data management.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience supporting high-precision manufacturing environments.