Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Location: San Antonio, TX

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes, production equipment, and assembly systems to support safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role drives operational excellence through process optimization, automation, equipment deployment, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives while supporting new product introductions and factory expansion projects.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process Development

• Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Define process flow, labor requirements, production layouts, and equipment utilization.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Establish standardized manufacturing methods to support quality and productivity objectives.

Equipment and Automation

• Specify, evaluate, and procure manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and automation systems.
• Manage equipment installation, commissioning, debugging, and production ramp-up activities.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and integrators to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives to eliminate waste and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead Kaizen events focused on safety, quality, throughput, and cost reduction.
• Analyze production data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions for process-related issues.

Production Support

• Provide day-to-day engineering support to manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment, process, and production issues.
• Support root cause analysis using methodologies such as:
• 5 Why
• Fishbone Diagram
• DMAIC
• A3 Problem Solving

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support product launches from concept through full production.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
• Develop manufacturing readiness plans and launch schedules.
• Ensure production capabilities meet customer and business requirements.

CAPEX Project Management

• Develop equipment specifications and investment justifications.
• Prepare and manage CAPEX requests and project budgets.
• Track project timelines, expenditures, and deliverables.
• Coordinate construction, facilities, utilities, and equipment installation activities.

Quality and Compliance

• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Support APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and process validation activities.
• Monitor process capability and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in:
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Related Engineering Discipline
• 1-3 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
• Experience implementing automated assembly or manufacturing systems.
• Experience with equipment installation and startup activities.
• Experience supporting production lines in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with factory expansions or greenfield manufacturing facilities.
• Experience managing CAPEX projects exceeding $100K.
• Experience with robotics, vision systems, and automated assembly equipment.
• Experience with ERP and MES systems.
• Experience working with global suppliers and manufacturing operations.
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• AutoCAD
• Process Flow Development

Hiring Salary Range

$90,000 - $125,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile.

If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.